Crispy Baked Chickpeas Snack (Print out)

Crunchy baked chickpeas with three flavorful seasoning options, perfect for snacking or enhancing salads.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Classic Sea Salt

03 - 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Smoky Paprika

04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

→ Spicy Chili Lime

08 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
09 - Zest of 1 lime
10 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
11 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat drained and rinsed chickpeas very dry with a clean kitchen towel to ensure maximum crispiness.
03 - Spread chickpeas on prepared baking sheet and toss with olive oil until evenly coated.
04 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until chickpeas are golden and crispy.
05 - Remove from oven and immediately toss with chosen flavor variation: Classic Sea Salt, Smoky Paprika, or Spicy Chili Lime.
06 - Return seasoned chickpeas to oven for an additional 5 minutes if extra crunch is desired.
07 - Cool completely before transferring to an airtight container for storage.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Incredibly versatile with three flavor options in one recipe
  • Vegan, gluten-free, and packed with 7g of protein per serving
  • Budget-friendly using pantry staples and canned chickpeas
  • Perfect for meal prep and healthier than store-bought snacks
  • Kid-friendly and customizable to any taste preference
02 -
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
  • Re-crisp in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften
  • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet—use two pans if needed for maximum crispiness
  • Experiment with different spice blends to find your signature flavor
  • Make a double batch—they disappear quickly!
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