Sweet White Bean Dip

This sweet white bean dip is a naturally sweetened, fiber and protein rich snack. Our version of a dessert dip, this is perfect for apples!

recipe originally published October 19, 2011

 

 

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Why you'll love this sweet bean dip

Every time I make this sweet white bean dip, people ask for the recipe and there are no leftovers. We love this tasty dip as a snack, a party appetizer, holiday or game day. 

Naturally sweetened for a mild sweet flavor, this 5 minute dip is made with whole food ingredients you may have in your kitchen right now.

Pair with apple slices for a fiber rich snack, or make a dessert board with all kinds of dippers. Continue reading for our tasty dessert dip pairings.

What to serve with this dessert dip

I love to serve sweet white bean dip with tart green apple slices. It is sort of an elevated nod to the peanut butter and apple snack I grew up eating.

If you want to make this sweet bean dip the focus of a snack board to serve guests, there are plenty of tasty dippers you can arrange on the board. In addition to apples, you can include almond flour cookies, fresh berries, pineapple chunks, seedless grapes, squares of dark chocolate, graham crackers, or crisp salty pretzels.

A snack with healthy benefits

Beans are our favorite protein source, and it cannot be a surprise that I make sweet recipes using beans. My very first published recipe in 2010 was this black bean brownie recipe, which we still love and make often. 

Along with having a good amount of protein, beans are also a good source of fiber, iron, potassium, and other essential nutrients. See more reasons why beans are good for your health.

If you are craving a savory bean dip, roasted garlic white bean dip is our favorite snack!

How long does this recipe last?

My rule for maximum flavor and freshness is to enjoy this dip within three days.

Refrigerate this dip in a glass container with a tightly fitting lid. 

 

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Yield: 6 servings

Sweet White Bean Dip

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This naturally sweetened dip is a fiber and protein rich snack. Our version of a dessert hummus, this is a perfect dip for apples!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
• 5 pitted dates or 2 tablespoons date paste
• 4 ounces unsweetened apple sauce
• 3 tablespoons cashew butter (see notes for nut free options)
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

Soften dates:

1. Remove pits from dates.
2. Add dates to water and soak overnight.
3. Alternative quick method: boil water and soak dates for about 10 minutes, until dates have softened.

Make dip:

1. To a blender jar, add beans, softened dates or date paste, apple sauce, nut butter, vanilla, and sea salt. Blend at highest speed to a smooth consistency.
2. Serve with your favorite dippers and snacks.

Notes

What to serve with this dessert dip

I love to serve sweet white bean dip with tart green apple slices. It is sort of an elevated nod to the peanut butter and apple snack I grew up eating.

If you want to make this sweet bean dip the focus of a snack board to serve guests, there are plenty of tasty dippers you can arrange on the board. In addition to apples, you can include almond flour cookies, fresh berries, pineapple chunks, seedless grapes, squares of dark chocolate, graham crackers, or crisp salty pretzels.

A snack with healthy benefits

Beans are our favorite protein source, and it cannot be a surprise that I make sweet recipes using beans. My very first published recipe in 2010 was this black bean brownie recipe, which we still love and make often. 

Along with having a good amount of protein, beans are also a good source of fiber, iron, potassium, and other essential nutrients. See more reasons why beans are good for your health.

If you are craving a savory bean dip, roasted garlic white bean dip is our favorite snack!

How long does this recipe last?

My rule for maximum flavor and freshness is to enjoy this dip within three days.

Refrigerate this dip in a glass container with a tightly fitting lid. 

Why you'll love this sweet bean dip

Every time I make this sweet white bean dip, people ask for the recipe and there are no leftovers. We love this tasty dip as a snack, a party appetizer, holiday or game day. 

Naturally sweetened for a mild sweet flavor, this 5 minute dip is made with whole food ingredients you may have in your kitchen right now.

Pair with apple slices for a fiber rich snack, or make a dessert board with all kinds of dippers.

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  Creamy Cashew Butter

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 129Total Fat: 4gSodium: 88mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 3gSugar: 5gProtein: 5g

nutrition calculations results vary by calculator, are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to replace medical advice or treatment.

 

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