Beautifully loaded with fiber and protein, chickpeas are destined for so much more than just hummus! They are fantastic in soups, salads and mashed up with avocado for veggie dip or smearing on gluten-free bread.
This incredibly simple recipe for roasted maple and cinnamon chickpeas will convince you that they can also be a craveable, crunchy snack. Think of them as a healthy, protein-packed substitute for chips that will power you through the day.
This recipe features a combination of flavors to satisfy both a sweet and salty craving. The maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness that complements the savory elements of avocado oil and Himalayan pink salt.
You can snack on these roasted chickpeas fresh from the oven, or try them on top of a salad or bowl of soup instead of croutons.
Just be sure NOT to store any leftovers in a small, air-tight container – they’ll quickly lose their crunch that way. Instead, put them in a large jar with plenty of extra space for air to circulate, or keep them at room temperature in a paper bag.
THE RECIPE
Ingredients:
- 3 cups or 2 (15 oz.) cans of cooked chickpeas (AKA garbanzo beans) – drained, rinsed & dried completely
- 1.5 Tablespoons of avocado oil
- 1.5 Tablespoons of pure maple syrup
- 1.5 teaspoons of ceylon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon of Himalayan pink salt
NOTE: To dry the chickpeas, I lay a paper towel over the baking sheet I’ll be using to roast them and spread them out to dry (as pictured above.)
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and toss gently to blend.
- Place the chickpeas on a baking sheet in a single layer. (I highly recommend ditching toxic aluminum bakeware and investing in stainless steel baking sheets like this instead.) Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the chickpeas are brown and crunchy, shaking the baking sheet every 10 minutes.
LEFTOVERS: Store any leftovers in a large jar with plenty of extra space for air to circulate, or the chickpeas will lose their crunch. You can also keep them at room temperature in a paper bag.
Here’s how they look after mixing everything together:
Ready to go in the oven:
All done…crunchy, sweet and screaming to get in my belly:
YUM!
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Cheers to enjoying a sweet, salty and crunchy treat that’s loaded with protein and fiber!
With love and gratitude,
Kandi
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