Crispy Cheesy Chickpea Chips (High Protein Snack)
These crispy cheesy chickpea chips are made by roasting chickpeas until crunchy, then baking them over a layer of cheddar for a dippable, protein-packed snack.
Servings: 6
Calories: 94kcal
Ingredients
- 1 400 gram / 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed about 240 grams (1½ cups) drained
- 55 grams cheddar cheese finely shredded (about ½ cup or 2 oz)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan finely grated, optional
- Black pepper optional
- Your favorite dip for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F or 220°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Dry the chickpeas very thoroughly using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Removing as much moisture as possible helps them become crisp.1 400 gram / 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- Spread the chickpeas across the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes, shaking the tray halfway through to help them cook evenly.
- Carefully transfer the roasted chickpeas to a bowl or plate.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar onto the parchment paper in a compact, even layer.55 grams cheddar cheese
- Arrange the roasted chickpeas closely together over the cheese, filling in any large gaps. Sprinkle over the garlic powder, Parmesan, and black pepper, if using.½ teaspoon garlic powder, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, Black pepper
- Return the tray to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is golden around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and leave the chickpea chips to cool completely on the tray. The cheese will crisp and firm up as it cools.
- Once set, break into pieces and serve with your favorite dip.Your favorite dip
Notes
Drying the chickpeas thoroughly before roasting is the single most important step for getting a good crunch. Moisture is the enemy of crisp.
Keep the cheese layer compact, not spread thin, or it may burn before it sets into a crisp sheet.
Storage: airtight container in the fridge up to 5 days. Reheat at 350°F or 175°C for 3 to 5 minutes to re-crisp if needed.
Nutritional Calculations: calculated using Cronometer based on the exact ingredients listed above (not including the parmesan).
Nutrition
Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.3g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4.3g | Saturated Fat: 1.9g | Sodium: 142mg | Fiber: 2.6g | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 0.4mg
