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1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

3. Add the chickpeas, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, baking powder, and baking soda to a food processor.

4. Blend until very smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

5. Fold in 1/3 cup chocolate chips.

6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.

7. Sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons chocolate chips over the top.

8. Bake for about 20–25 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.

9. Sprinkle with a little coarse sea salt while still warm.

10. Let them cool completely before cutting into squares.