Savoury Blondies
Savoury blondies offer a delightful twist to the classic sweet treat. While traditional blondies are known for their rich and gooey texture, these savoury variations bring a whole new level of flavour and creativity to the table. If you are looking for a high-protein snack that is filling and suits all family members – this is the snack for you! Loaded with chickpeas, eggs, cheese and pumpkin, it’s packed with fibre, calcium, vitamin A and healthy fats. Perfect for the lunchbox or a quick and easy after-school or sports snack. It can also be served as a main meal, and leftovers enjoyed the next day.
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Ingredients
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Multiply the recipe to prep extras for the week.| 400g canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained | |
| 3 eggs | |
| 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil | |
| 1/2 cup grated cheese | |
| 1 1/2 tbsp coconut flour | |
| 1 tsp baking powder | |
| Pinch of sea salt | |
| Pinch of pepper | |
| 1 cup leftover roast vegetables of choice (we used pumpkin and broccoli) | |
| 1/4 cup grated cheese | |
| 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled |
Equipment
| High-speed food processor |
Directions
1.
Preheat oven to 180°C and line a 20cm square cake tin with baking paper.
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2.
Place chickpeas, eggs and oil into a high-speed food processor and process until smooth, scraping down the sides once or twice to help blend evenly.
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3.
Add cheese, coconut flour, baking powder, salt and pepper and process until well combined.
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4.
Add roast vegetables and pulse to combine.
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5.
Sprinkle with extra grated cheese and feta and bake in the oven for 20-25 mins.
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6.
Allow to cool before cutting into squares
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Notes
STORING LEFTOVERS: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 4 months.
Prep tips: If the mixture is too sticky, place it into the fridge for 20 mins before pressing into the baking tray.
Allergies: For a gluten-free version: Swap wholemeal spelt flour with buckwheat flour or a gluten-free flour of choice and rolled oats with quinoa flakes.
Easy ingredient swaps: Swap chickpeas for cannellini or navy beans.
For fussy eaters: Make sure the beans and vegetables are processed very smoothly.
