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Roasted Chickpea Snack Bites Recipe

Roasted Chickpea Snack Bites Recipe
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These Roasted Chickpea Snack Bites are a crunchy, flavorful, and healthy snack perfect for any time of day. Made with simple pantry ingredients like canned chickpeas, olive oil, and a smoky spice blend, they offer a satisfying texture and rich taste. The key to crispiness lies in thorough drying and even roasting, resulting in a perfect guilt-free treat that’s vegan, gluten-free, and easy to make.

Ingredients

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Chickpeas

  • 2 cans (15-ounce each) canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed

Seasoning & Oil

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and position a rack in the middle. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
  2. Rinse and Dry the Chickpeas: Drain chickpeas into a colander and rinse thoroughly under cold running water for at least 30 seconds to remove the starchy liquid and canned taste. Spread them out on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat dry. Allow them to air dry for 10-15 minutes to eliminate moisture, which is crucial for crispiness.
  3. Season the Chickpeas: Transfer dried chickpeas to a medium bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to coat each bean. In a small bowl, whisk together smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the spice blend evenly over the chickpeas.
  4. Coat Thoroughly: Toss the chickpeas gently but thoroughly until every bean is evenly coated with the spice mix and olive oil. Ensure no clumps remain, and every chickpea is well covered with seasoning.
  5. Roast to Perfection: Spread the chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding to prevent steaming. Use two baking sheets if necessary to give them room to roast properly.
  6. Bake and Shake: Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes. At the 15-minute mark, remove the sheet and shake it gently to turn the chickpeas, promoting even browning and crisping.
  7. Check for Doneness: The chickpeas are done when deep golden brown, dry to the touch, and slightly shrunken. Let one cool briefly and test for crunchiness, returning any soft chickpeas to the oven for additional 5-minute intervals as needed.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the chickpeas from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes. They will continue to crisp as they cool. Serve once fully cooled and enjoy your crunchy snack bites.

Notes

  • Make sure to dry the chickpeas thoroughly to achieve maximum crispiness.
  • Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  • If you want extra smoky flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain crunch.
  • If chickpeas soften after storage, briefly reheat in the oven to crisp them up again.

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Keywords: roasted chickpeas, crunchy snack, healthy snack, vegan snack, savory bites, smoky paprika chickpeas

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