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!
Joni
What a great treat for my postpartum moms
Who dosent love chocolate and protein from the chickpeas!
Wow this is gonna be a great snack for my clients
Thanks so much!
lauren.kelly
I hope the new mommies love them, Joni! Thanks for stopping by!
Angie | Big Bears Wife
I'm so glad that you're back!!! mmmmm roasted chickpeas! I use to roast chickpeas for my niece! I can't wait to make these for her!
Giselle
Did you have any problems with the chickpea skins?
lauren.kelly
Hi Giselle! If there were any chickpea skins left over after rinsing or roasting, I just discarded them.
Bethany @ athletic avocado
Woah this recipe is genius! So when Im craving chocolate, at least I can get some plant based protein and fiber in too!
lauren.kelly
Thank you Bethany!
Erin
Oh my goodness… these chickpeas could be life changing!! I MUST give them a try 🙂 Thanks for the inspiration xx
lauren.kelly
Thank you erin! I hope you like them!
nicole @ I am a Honey Bee
yay You're back!!!!!
And awesome video
lauren.kelly
Thanks Nicole!
Aly ~ Cooking In Stilettos
This is one of those ideas that has be going "GENIUS!" It's a healthy way to curb those chocolate cravings with a bit of a protein boost. Love it!
lauren.kelly
Thank you Ally!!!
Angie
So happy to have you back! I would never of thought to do chocolate and chickpeas together. How creative and delicious!
lauren.kelly
Thanks os much Angie!
Heather | All Roads Lead to the Kitchen
Welcome back, so glad you're feeling yourself again. I'm super intrigued by this recipe, it sounds so addictive!
lauren.kelly
Thank you Heather!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes
So glad you're back!! I've seen roasted chickpeas done so many ways, but NEVER coated in chocolate. Brilliant, my friend.
lauren.kelly
Thanks Ashley!!
Marshie Boswell
I HAVE to try these out! Thanks for the inspiration!
lauren.kelly
I hope you like them Marshie!
Taylor@Food Faith Fitness
What a great idea!
lauren.kelly
Thanks Taylor!
Maria Adams
This looks great! You have inspired me to make a flipogram video too! Glad you are back in the kitchen again!
lauren.kelly
Thank you Maria! I used iMovie, it was fairly easy 🙂 Good luck and thanks for stopping by!
Kristen+@+A+Mind+Full+Mom
Oh my goodness--we are all so happy to have you back!! And this recipe looks just fabulous!! Can't wait to make it. Now , keep cooking--but please REST!!!!!!
lauren.kelly
Thanks so much Kristen! xoxo
Carrie|Carrie's Experimental Kitchen
Welcome back! Awesome video and recipe! 🙂
lauren.kelly
Thanks for all of your help Carrie! xo