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    Home » Recipes » Dips, Sauces & Spreads

    Healthy Vegan Fruit Dip

    Published: Jun 27, 2022 by Rosa · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission, at no extra cost to you.

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    This vegan fruit dip is rich, sweet, incredibly delicious, and secretly healthy! No one will ever guess the main ingredient is chickpeas. Enjoy this protein-dense dip with all your favourite fruits.

    Slice of honeydew being dipped into bowl of dip.

    This recipe was originally published in February 2019. It has been updated for content and photos.

    With hints of maple and apple flavours, this dairy free fruit dip pairs well with all of nature’s candy.

    It’s a great dessert or snack to bring to a potluck or BBQ.

    And if sweet dips (or sweet hummus) are your jam, check out this dark chocolate hummus or my pumpkin spice hummus that tastes like pumpkin pie.

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    • Why you’ll love it
    • Ingredients + Substitutions
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    • Expert Tips
    • More healthy vegan desserts
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    Reader Feedback:

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You’re right, NO ONE knew there were chickpeas in here. You’re my hero. – Natalie

    Why you’ll love it

    • Wholesome! It may be dessert, but desserts don’t get much healthier than this. This vegan fruit dip is protein-packed from chickpeas (that you’ll never taste) and sweetened using unrefined sugar sources.
    • Plus, it’s low in calories and virtually fat-free since we’re not using any coconut milk or raw cashews.
    • Allergen friendly: This dessert is suitable for almost anyone. It’s nut-free, coconut free, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
    • So easy to make! Just toss everything in your food processor and blend until smooth. That’s it. Whip this up in no time. 🙂
    • Picky eater approved! It’s a great way to add some protein to your diet in a fun, wholesome way, and kiddos (and adults) will LOVE the sweet taste.
    Bowl of vegan fruit dip with fresh fruit surrounding it.

    Ingredients + Substitutions

    All you need to make this vegan fruit dip is 7 ingredients.

    • Chickpeas: You may use cooked dried chickpeas, or canned. But, if possible, use no salt added chickpeas.
    • Applesauce: Unsweetened applesauce is best to avoid adding refined sugar.
    • Lemon: Adds a hint of citrusy flavour to the fruit hummus.
    • Maple syrup: The maple notes and sweetness from the syrup give a caramel-ly flavour to this vegan fruit dip. You may sub with date syrup, or another sweetener of your choice.
    • Coconut sugar: I use unrefined coconut sugar but if you don’t have any on hand, brown sugar works well here too.
    • Vanilla + cinnamon: For added depth of flavour, but you may omit one or both if you don’t have them on hand.

    Instructions

    (This is a summary, full recipe measurements and instructions are in the recipe card below.)

    Add all the ingredients to a food processor or blender. Then process until completely smooth.

    That’s it!

    Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Then serve with all your favourite fresh fruits, or add some pretzels or graham crackers to the mix.

    White platter with bowl of dip in the middle and fruit all around it.

    Storage

    Keep your leftover vegan fruit dip in an airtight container in your fridge for 3-4 days.

    You can prepare this dip in advance and keep refrigerated until needed. Give the dip a quick stir before serving if prepping in advance.

    Expert Tips

    • Use chickpeas with no added salt. This is a dessert after all. 🙂
    • Chickpeas that are cooked from dried will be creamier compared to canned, but use whatever you have available.
    • Use a high-speed blender for ultimate creaminess and smoothest texture.
    • Once blended smooth, taste and adjust for sweetness if needed.

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    Buon appetito

    Rosa

    📖 Recipe

    Slice of honeydew being dipped into bowl of dip.

    Healthy Vegan Fruit Dip [AKA Sweet Hummus]

    This vegan fruit dip is rich, sweet, incredibly delicious, and secretly healthy! No one will ever guess the main ingredient.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American, Canadian
    Servings: 8 Servings
    Calories: 79kcal
    Author: Rosa

    Equipment

    Food Processor
    Picture of blender on white background.
    Vitamix Blender

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 cups chickpeas cooked or canned
    • 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice approx. half a large lemon
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 2 tablespoons unrefined coconut sugar or brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

    Optional Dippers

    • sliced melon, pineapple, apple slices, strawberries, banana, grapes, raspberries, blueberries
    • pretzels, marshmallows, cookies, graham crackers
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    Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients to a blender or the bowl of your food processor and process until smooth.
    • Serve with your favourite fruits or other dippers.

    Notes

    Use chickpeas with no added salt. This is a dessert after all. 🙂
    Chickpeas that are cooked from dried will be creamier compared to canned, but use whatever you have available.
    Use a high-speed blender for ultimate creaminess and smoothest texture.
    Once blended smooth, taste, and adjust for sweetness if needed.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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    *Nutritional information is an estimate, calculated using online tools and does not include optional ingredients unless otherwise indicated.
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    1. Jbphdelaney

      August 28, 2022 at 2:38 pm

      This website is one of my go-tos for yummy, healthy recipes. Unfortunately, this one didn’t do it for me. I have made plenty of dessert hummus recipes, and they are a dessert staple for my kids, but this one isn’t one of them. The lemon juice was overpowering.

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      • Rosa

        August 29, 2022 at 9:19 am

        Glad you’ve been enjoying our recipes. Sorry this wasn’t one of them.

        Reply
    2. Natalie

      May 22, 2022 at 6:06 pm

      5 stars
      You’re right, NO ONE knew there were chickpeas in here. You’re my hero.

      Reply
      • rosa

        May 23, 2022 at 8:01 am

        Aww shucks. Thanks so much Natalie!

        Reply
    3. Jenn

      September 28, 2021 at 5:56 am

      5 stars
      My family enjoyed it, thank you.

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      • rosa

        September 29, 2021 at 8:26 am

        Yay! Thanks for sharing.

        Reply
    4. Magda

      August 08, 2021 at 9:39 am

      5 stars
      I love this dip and make it all the time. Your recipe is such an easy and healthy one. Thank you.

      Reply
      • rosa

        August 09, 2021 at 10:01 am

        You’re so welcome Magda!

        Reply
    5. Nathan

      June 15, 2020 at 11:43 am

      5 stars
      I’ve never seen anything like this before and it was incredible. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • rosa

        June 16, 2020 at 9:28 am

        Thanks Nathan. 🙂

        Reply
    6. Sharon

      October 08, 2019 at 9:58 pm

      5 stars
      Made this on the weekend for a get together and everyone loved it! I just called it a sweet fruit dip and nobody suspected there were chickpeas in it!! Thank you so much for this delicious and healthy dip!! Will make again.

      Reply
      • rosa

        October 09, 2019 at 10:03 am

        Glad everyone enjoyed, thanks so much for your feedback Sharon!

        Reply
    7. Lisa

      July 12, 2019 at 9:31 am

      5 stars
      This is awesome for healthier snacking. I wouldn’t have thought of chickpeas, I’m so glad I found this recipe!

      Reply
      • rosa

        July 13, 2019 at 8:05 am

        Glad you like it Lisa!

        Reply

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