Chocolate Mocha Chickpea Cake Recipe

Name: Chocolate Mocha Chickpea Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 19 ounces can of garbanzo beans; 4 large eggs; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup good quality cocoa powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 cup coffee; 2 tablespoons coconut oil; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon kahlua (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare cake pan by greasing and lining with parchment paper.
2
Drain and rinse the chickpeas. While this next step is a bit time consuming and can be skipped, it is definitely worth doing and is recommended. Remove the skin from each chickpea by rubbing between your fingers. Rinse the chickpeas again to remove any remaining bits of skin.
3
Place cleaned chickpeas and coffee into food processor and process until very smooth...beyond smooth.
4
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar. Stir in the cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, vanilla, coconut oil, and kahlua (if using). Finally stir in the chickpea puree.
5
Pour batter into prepared cake pan and gently tap on counter to remove any large air bubbles.
6
Bake on the middle rack, for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before removing from the pan.
7
Top with any frosting you like. I personally like a simple ganache, but the possibilities are endless.

610

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 19 ounces can of garbanzo beans, 4 large eggs, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Mocha Chickpea Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chocolate Mocha Chickpea Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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