Crispy Chickpea Crackers Recipe

Introduction

These homemade chickpea crackers are a delicious and healthy snack that’s easy to prepare. Made with simple ingredients like chickpeas, oats, and olive oil, they’re perfect for dipping or enjoying on their own.

Ingredients

• 400 g can chickpeas
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt, to taste
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse and drain the chickpeas thoroughly.
2. Step 2: Place the chickpeas in a food processor and blend until smooth. The mixture should come together into a ball with a texture similar to playdough.
3. Step 3: Add the rolled oats and continue blending until the oats are finely chopped and incorporated into the chickpeas.
4. Step 4: Add the garlic, lemon juice, and salt to season.
5. Step 5: While blitzing in the food processor, gradually add the olive oil and continue blending until the mixture forms a cohesive ball.
6. Step 6: Line a baking tray with baking paper and place the dough on top. Use your hands to press and start flattening the dough.
7. Step 7: Place a second piece of baking paper on top of the dough. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough evenly over the tray to about 5mm thickness.
8. Step 8: Score the dough into cracker-sized pieces using a pizza roller or a knife.
9. Step 9: Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (360°F) for 40-50 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
10. Step 10: Remove from the oven and leave to cool completely before breaking into individual crackers.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add herbs like rosemary or thyme to the dough before baking.
• Use gluten-free oats to make these crackers suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.
• If you prefer a thinner cracker, roll the dough slightly thinner than 5mm but watch the baking time closely to prevent burning.

Storage

Store the cooled crackers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Keep them dry to maintain crispiness. If they soften, you can refresh them in a low oven for a few minutes before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use dried chickpeas instead of canned?

Yes, but be sure to soak and cook dried chickpeas fully before using. They should be soft and easy to blend for the best texture.

How do I make the crackers crispier?

Rolling the dough thinner and baking a bit longer at a slightly lower temperature can help. Also, ensure the crackers cool completely before storing to keep them crisp.

Crispy Chickpea Crackers Recipe

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These homemade Chickpea Crackers are a delicious and healthy snack made from simple ingredients like chickpeas, rolled oats, and olive oil. They’re blended into a smooth dough, rolled thin, scored into cracker shapes, and baked to a perfect golden crisp. Ideal for a nutritious and gluten-free snack or appetizer.

• Author: Victoria
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Yield: Approximately 20–25 crackers depending on size 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Chickpea Crackers Ingredients

• 400 g can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt, to taste
• 1/4 cup olive oil

Instructions

1. Prepare Chickpeas: Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly to remove any liquid and reduce moisture for the dough.
2. Blend Chickpeas: Place the chickpeas in a food processor and blend until the mixture is smooth and forms a playdough-like ball with a slightly sticky texture.
3. Add Rolled Oats: Add the rolled oats to the processor and blend until the oats are finely chopped and integrated into the chickpea mixture.
4. Season the Mixture: Add the garlic cloves, lemon juice, and salt to taste into the processor and begin blending to combine all flavors.
5. Add Olive Oil: Gradually drizzle the olive oil while blitzing continuously until the mixture comes together as a cohesive dough ball.
6. Flatten the Dough: Line a baking tray with baking paper and place the dough on it. Press down with your hands to start flattening the dough evenly.
7. Roll the Dough: Place a second sheet of baking paper on top of the dough and roll out with a rolling pin until the dough is evenly spread approximately 5mm thick across the baking tray.
8. Score Crackers: Using a pizza roller or a knife, score the dough into cracker-sized shapes to make breaking or cutting easier after baking.
9. Bake: Bake the scored dough in a preheated oven at 180°C (360°F) for 40-50 minutes until the crackers turn golden and crisp.
10. Cool: Remove the baking tray from the oven and allow the crackers to cool completely on the tray before breaking them apart and serving.

Notes

• You can customize the seasoning by adding herbs like rosemary or spices such as cumin for extra flavor.
• Ensure the dough is rolled evenly to promote uniform baking and crispness.
• Store cooled crackers in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week.
• Using rolled oats helps bind the crackers while keeping them gluten-free if certified oats are used.

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