I should just rename this blog Pumps & Hummus already. I can’t help myself—I love making hummus. I use it for dipping when I need a snack; I spread it on sandwiches; I eat it with my fingers…
I wanted to experiment with an apple-flavored hummus to serve on Thanksgiving, and by swapping tahini for almond butter and adding in some fall spices, I managed to come up with a light, refreshing version of an apple pie.
Apple Pie Hummus
A light, refreshing twist on the classic dessert. Perfect for dipping and as a sandwich spread.
Ingredients
- 1 15-oz can chickpeas, rinsed and blotted dry
- 1 large apple, peeled, cored & chopped (I used Macintosh)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Put everything in a food processor and blend until smooth.
- Serve with apple slices, baby carrots or pita chips. Or use as a sandwich spread.
Happy hum(mus)p day!
Hey there! I'm Nicole, a group fitness instructor, healthy lifestyle blogger (you probably figured that one out by now) and Certified Personal Trainer living in Boston, MA.
yum! You seriously always have the best hummus recipes
That looks delicious!!!
Interesting combo! I like that there isn’t any garlic, because as much as I love hummus, sometimes I don’t want to be tasting it for the rest of the day!
I hear that! 🙂