This Chocolate Covered Roasted Chickpeas recipe is simple to make with just 5 simple ingredients. Crunchy, sweet and packed with protein and fiber, these roasted chickpeas crazy delicious. Added bonus, they are vegan and gluten-free too!
I bought this bag of Chocolate Vanilla Roasted Chickpeas at Whole Foods last week. They were good and they inspired me to make this recipe (which is way better by the way).
This was perfect for me because it really is easy to make. Only 5 ingredients and minimal prep, what could be easier?
Looking for more snack recipes? There are a ton of healthy options on my website and there will always be news ones coming.
Chickpeas are loaded with protein and fiber and so incredibly versatile. Sweet and Spicy Roasted Chickpeas, Roasted Chickpea Trail Mix, Squash Noodles with Kale Pesto and Roasted Chickpeas and Chickpea Tikki Masala are all super tasty.
All of these would be even more yummy with some Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate, Apple Chai Latte, Eggnog Latte and definitely some Spiked Apple Cider!
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Why You Should Make This Chocolate Roasted Chickpeas Recipe
Keeping healthy snacks on hand has always been a priority for me, especially ones that are packed with protein and fiber. I have always loved roasted chickpeas and have always made savory ones and I am so happy I decided to mix it up with this sweet version.
These roasted chickpeas are the perfect sweet and salty snack that you can make ahead of time and are convenient enough to take with you on the go.
The best part is that these are so simple to include in your meal prep because they take. only 30 minutes to prepare.
How To Make This Chocolate Roasted Chickpeas Recipe
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Rinse, drain and thoroughly dry the chickpeas (very important).
Spray baking sheet with cooking spray and place dried chickpeas on a pan. Sprinkle with salt
Roast for 20 minutes, making sure to shake the pan half way though, until chickpeas are golden on the outside and crispy.
Mix remaining coconut oil, cocoa and sugar in a bowl.
Go ahead, lick that spoon and all of that chocolate deliciousness...
Add roasted chickpeas and stir until thoroughly combined.
Allow to set on parchment paper and let cool in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. And BAM!! Your new obsession has been created.
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Chocolate Covered Roasted Chickpeas
Ingredients
- 15 ounce can of chickpeas or garbanzo beans
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil slightly melted
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon unrefined sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Rinse, drain and thoroughly dry the chickpeas. (They must be completely dry or they won't be as crunchy)
- Spray baking sheet with cooking spray (I used a coconut oil spray).
- Place chickpeas on the pan.
- Sprinkle with salt.
- Roast for 20 minutes, making sure to shake the pan half way though, until chickpeas are golden on the outside and crispy.
- Mix remaining coconut oil, cocoa and sugar in a bowl.
- Add roasted chickpeas and stir until thoroughly combined.
- Allow to set on parchment paper and let cool in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
These can be an easy on-the-go snack, but I also put them on top of oatmeal, Greek yogurt, salads, you name it!
Svetlana
I love this recipe, it's so creative and delicious!
Lauren Kelly
I am so glad you like them, thanks so much!
Natasha
I made this the other day and it was a huge hit! It's a bonus that it's gluten-free too, this is another recipe that I will surely keep.
Lauren Kelly
Yay! Thanks Natasha!
Olivia
This is officially my new favorite snack! Never thought to put chocolate and chickpeas together but it worked so well, thanks for sharing!
Lauren Kelly
It's my favorite too, Olivia!
Erin
What?!? Who would have thought this combo of flavors would work? It totally does. Yum!
Natalie
Where have these been all my life?? So addicting & crazy delicious!!
April
I LOVE roasted chick peas! I never in a million years would have thought of dipping them in chocolate - can't wait to try this!
Laura Reese
These were a delicious and healthier way to get some protein while satisfying my chocolate craving.
Brittany
Can you start with chick peas from a bag? Do i have to go through process of soaking then cooking and then baking them to get them ready for this recipe.
lauren.kelly
Hi Brittany! Yes, if you want to use dried chick peas you will have to soak them first. I hope you like them!
Halle
Hi Lauren, I made these today and within a few hours they lost their crunch - is that to be expected or did I not roast them long enough to truly dry them out? I'm thinking 375 for 30 next time... they are great and satisfy that choc snack craving!!
lauren.kelly
Hi Halle! I am glad you liked them! Did you make sure they were really dry? I know it's annoying but in order for them to crunchy then need to be really, really dry 🙂