Step 1

Preheat oven to 350F. Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper; grease or spray the exposed sides of the pan.

Step 2

In a food processor, process the chickpeas, nut butter, molasses, spices, baking powder, baking soda and salt until completely smooth, stopping once or twice to scrape down sides of processor bowl.

Step 3

Scrape the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown, slightly puffed, and the surface of the blondies appears dry.

Step 5

Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely in pan.

Step 6

Use the parchment paper to lift the blondies from the pan.

Step 7

If desired, drizzle blondies with optional white chocolate. For easiest slicing, place in refrigerator for an hour before cutting!