Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a muffin tray with 6 muffin papers (or spray with cooking oil).

Step 2

Drain the chickpeas into a colander and give them a shake to remove any excess liquid.

Step 3

Transfer the beans to a blender (or food processor), along with the rest of the ingredients for the muffins except for the chocolate chips. Blend until completely smooth. Stir in the chocolate chips.

Step 4

Fill the muffin papers up ¾ of the way with muffin batter and sprinkle with additional chocolate chips if desired.

Step 5

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the muffins are golden-brown around the edges and test clean.

Step 6

Allow muffins to cool completely before peeling off the muffin papers to eat.