Cheesy Chickpea Crisps

This post may contain affiliate links.

Enjoy these protein-rich cheesy crisps for a nutritious snack!

Looking to switch up your homemade snacks? You’ll want to try these protein-rich, cheesy chickpea crisps made with just five ingredients! This simple recipe comes together quickly and is a tasty way to add more fiber to your diet. All you need are a few pantry staples and an oven to do most of the work. They’re gluten-free and vegetarian, making them a great option for a variety of dietary needs.

These crunchy, cheesy bites are nutritious and can be a fun way to introduce legumes to picky eaters, especially kids! They also store well and don’t require refrigeration, making them perfect for packing in lunchboxes, taking on the go, or enjoying whenever a snack craving strikes.

Do I need special equipment to make these cheesy chickpea crisps?

All you need is a a baking sheet and a cup with a small round opening.

Print Recipe

Cheesy Chickpea Crisps

Author: Jamie L. Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Fusion Courses: Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Nut Free V Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 25 mins Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 3 Calories: 189

Dietary:

G Gluten Free N Nut Free V Vegetarian

Description

High-protein and fiber-rich cheesy and crispy chickpea crisps are a simple and nutritious snack that comes together in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2x 1x 2x 3x

• 1 can of chickpeas
• 1 teaspoon oil (optional)
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon paprika
• ¹⁄₈ teaspoon salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup shredded cheese of choice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 °F.
2. Rinse and drain the chickpeas for 5 minutes until the beans are mostly dry.
3. Transfer the chickpeas to a baking tray with parchment paper and bake the chickpeas at 400 °F for 15 minutes.

4. Pour oil on the chickpeas and season them with garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Give the chickpeas a toss.

5. Separate the chickpeas into 12 clusters, allowing there to space between each cluster on the baking sheet.
6. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each cluster and bake at 400 °F for 10 minutes.
7. Allow the crisps to cool at room temperature for 5 minutes until they harden. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Serving Size 4 crisps

---

Amount Per Serving

Calories 189kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Sodium 413mg18%

Total Carbohydrate 14g5%

Dietary Fiber 5.5g22%

Sugars 3.5g

Protein 11g22%

---

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

To store the crisps at room temperature, ensure the crisps are completely cooled and hardened. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days.

Keywords: Cheesy chickpea crisps, Chickpea cheese snacks, Cheese chickpea snacks, Crispy chickpea snacks, Roasted chickpea crisps, Crunchy chickpea snacks, Chickpea chips, Cheesy chickpea snacks, Savory chickpea snacks