Cinnamon Roasted Chickpeas Snack (Printable)
Crunchy, cinnamon-spiced roasted chickpeas with natural sweetness. A healthy vegan snack ready in 45 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Chickpeas
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
→ Seasoning
02 - 1½ tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup
04 - 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
05 - ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Sweet Finish
07 - 1½ tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat the chickpeas very dry with a kitchen towel, removing as much moisture as possible for extra crispiness.
03 - In a bowl, toss chickpeas with olive oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly coated.
04 - Spread chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 25 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through for even browning.
06 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with coconut sugar or brown sugar, and toss to coat.
07 - Return chickpeas to the oven for an additional 8-10 minutes, until golden and crisp, watching closely to avoid burning.
08 - Let cool completely on the tray. Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- That perfect crunch comes naturally without any deep frying or fancy equipment
- The sweet and spicy combo hits all the right notes for afternoon cravings
02 -
- Moisture is the enemy here. The drier your chickpeas before seasoning, the better your final crunch will be.
- The sugar step at the end is what creates that caramelized coating but also means they can burn fast.
03 -
- Letting the rinsed chickpeas air dry for 30 minutes before roasting creates the most incredible crunch
- Wait until they are completely cool before tasting or storing so you experience their full crispy potential