Gluten-Free Honey Roasted Chickpeas
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
These crispy, sweet, and savory roasted chickpeas offer a delightful crunch with every bite. Infused with the warm sweetness of honey and a hint of spice, they make for an irresistible and satisfying snack.
At a glance: This easy snacks recipe yields 4 servings in about 25 minutes (15 min prep, 10 min cook). It uses 6 ingredients — including chickpeas, olive oil, honey — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more snacks recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Honey Roasted Chickpeas: When preparing this snacks recipe, in a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Honey Roasted Chickpeas: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on whole food ingredients. Always check labels on packaged items to ensure they are free from gluten-containing grains.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and thoroughly dried
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 0.125 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Ensure your rinsed chickpeas are patted completely dry with paper towels; excess moisture will prevent them from crisping up properly.
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the thoroughly dried chickpeas with the olive oil, honey, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Toss everything together gently for about 1-2 minutes, ensuring each chickpea is evenly coated with the oil and seasonings for maximum flavor.
- 3
Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding the pan, as this will steam the chickpeas instead of roasting them, preventing them from becoming crispy.
- 4
Roast the chickpeas in the preheated oven for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and delightfully crispy. You may want to shake the pan halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and crisping on all sides.
- 5
Once roasted to your desired crispness, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the chickpeas cool slightly on the pan. They will continue to crisp up as they cool. Serve warm for the best texture, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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Tips & Notes
- If substituting olive oil for butter, use about 3/4 the amount (olive oil is 100% fat, butter is ~80%).
- Canned chickpeas work well — drain and rinse thoroughly to remove excess sodium.
- Warm honey (set the jar in hot water for a few minutes) makes it easier to measure and pour.
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