Crispy Spiced Chickpea Snack (Printable)

Golden, crispy chickpeas roasted with aromatic spices for a satisfying crunch.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chickpeas

01 - 2 cups cooked chickpeas (about 1 can), drained and rinsed thoroughly

→ Seasonings

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
07 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat chickpeas completely dry with clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Remove any loose skins for maximum crispiness.
03 - Place chickpeas in large bowl and toss with olive oil until evenly coated.
04 - Add smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to distribute spices evenly.
05 - Spread seasoned chickpeas in single layer on prepared baking sheet, ensuring none are overlapping.
06 - Roast for 30-35 minutes, shaking pan or stirring every 10 minutes, until golden brown and crispy throughout.
07 - Let cool for 10 minutes to allow further crisping. Serve immediately or store in airtight container.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They are impossibly crunchy and satisfying, the kind of snack that makes you forget they are actually good for you
  • The spice blend is completely customizable so you will never get bored and can match any mood
02 -
  • If they are not crispy after 35 minutes, give them another 5 minutes, as oven temperatures vary and you want them truly crunchy
  • They lose their crunch over time, especially in humid weather, so eat within a few days for the best experience
03 -
  • Use home cooked chickpeas if possible, as they tend to crisp up even better than canned ones
  • Let your spice mix bloom in the warm olive oil for a minute before adding the chickpeas for deeper flavor
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