Protein Peanut Butter and Jelly Hummus [vegan + gluten-free]

Peanut butter and jelly is officially having its grown-up moment. This Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Hummus takes everything you loved about your favorite childhood sandwich and transforms it into a creamy, high-protein dessert dip that fits perfectly into a balanced, modern snack routine.

Made with chickpeas, peanut powder, and True Nutrition Strawberry Pea Protein, this recipe delivers nostalgic flavor with functional nutrition. It’s sweet, satisfying, incredibly creamy, and packed with plant-based protein and fiber to actually keep you full long after snack time.

If you’re looking for a healthy dessert alternative that feels fun instead of restrictive, this PB&J hummus is about to become a weekly staple.

Why Dessert Hummus Actually Works

It might sound unexpected at first, but chickpeas are the secret weapon behind ultra-creamy healthy desserts. Their neutral flavor blends beautifully with sweet ingredients while adding natural thickness, fiber, and plant-based protein.

When paired with peanut powder and strawberry protein, the result is a perfectly balanced sweet dip that tastes indulgent while offering steady energy instead of a sugar crash. Think dessert flavor with snack-worthy nutrition.

The PB&J Flavor Upgrade

Peanut powder delivers bold peanut butter flavor with less fat while keeping the texture smooth and scoopable. True Nutrition Strawberry Pea Protein adds natural sweetness and that classic jelly-inspired taste, creating a nostalgic PB&J profile without needing added sugars or jams.

A touch of cinnamon rounds everything out with subtle warmth, giving the hummus a cozy, bakery-style finish that makes it taste even more dessert-like.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Hummus Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 scoop True Nutrition Strawberry Pea Protein (code healthyhelper saves!)
• 3/4 cup Peanut Butter & Co peanut powder (code healthyhelper saves!)
• 7 ounces unsweetened plant milk
• 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• Cinnamon, to taste

Instructions:

Place all ingredients into a food processor and blend on high until creamy and smooth. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure an even texture. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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How to Serve Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Hummus

One of the best things about dessert hummus is how versatile it is. This protein-packed dip works for everything from snack boards to post-workout fuel.

Try serving it with:

• Fresh strawberries or apple slices
• Pretzels for a sweet-and-salty combo
• Rice cakes for a quick high-protein snack
• Graham crackers for full dessert vibes

For an especially fun pairing, serve this hummus with Skout Organic Peanut Butter Cookies (code healthyhelper saves!) as a dipper. The soft, chewy peanut butter cookies amplify the nostalgic PB&J flavor and turn this into a next-level healthy dessert experience that feels indulgent while still made with wholesome ingredients.

Or skip the dipping entirely and enjoy it straight from the spoon. No judgment here.

This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, no added sugar, and has over 13 grams of plant-based protein per serving. I love eating it with rice cakes, pretzels, and sliced fruit. But it would also be great spread on toast or rolled into a tortilla.

The Perfect Healthy Sweet Snack

This Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Hummus proves that healthy snacks don’t have to be boring. It’s creamy, nostalgic, protein-packed, and easy enough to make in minutes. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week, looking for a better dessert option, or just want a fun way to hit your protein goals, this recipe checks every box.

Once you try dessert hummus, you may never look at chickpeas the same way again.

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