Cinnamon Roasted Chickpeas Snack (Print Version)

Crunchy roasted chickpeas coated with cinnamon, maple syrup, and a hint of nutmeg for a naturally sweet, protein-packed snack.

# What You Need:

→ Chickpeas

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Seasoning

02 - 1½ tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp maple syrup
04 - 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
05 - ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
06 - ¼ tsp fine sea salt

→ Sweet Finish

07 - 1½ tbsp coconut sugar or brown sugar

# How-To Steps:

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 maximum 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. They'll crisp up further as they cool. Store in an airtight container up to 3 days.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They satisfy that afternoon crunch craving without the processed guilt
  • The maple-cinnamon combo makes your whole kitchen feel cozy
  • Ready in under an hour with ingredients you probably have
02 -
  • Removing excess moisture from chickpeas is the difference between crispy and soggy
  • The sugar can burn quickly in those final minutes so stay close to the oven
03 -
  • Use fresh ground cinnamon for the most vibrant flavor
  • Let them cool completely before storing or they will steam and lose crunch

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