Name: Air Fryer Cinnamon-Spiced Chickpeas
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 8 min
Ingredients: 15.5 ounces canned chickpeas (or garbanzo beans, drained + rinsed); 1 tablespoon oil (or cooking oil spray ); 1 tablespoon brown sugar (or your choice of sugar); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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After purchasing an air fryer (it was long overdue), I became obsessed with popping all of my favorite foods into it to see what I can yield from it. That includes air fryer chickpeas.

So far, I’ve done everything from red potatoes to crispy tempeh bacon and tostones (green plantains).

An air fryer is a great substitute for an oven when you want something done quickly and you don’t want to heat an entire house.

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Why You’ll Love This

You’ll only need FOUR ingredients and an air fryer to make this recipe!
This recipe is 100% gluten-free, vegan, and EASY to make.
A great snack that can be made in advance and enjoyed later.

Previously, I’d make chickpea snacks in the oven. But, I decided to try out the air fryer – it did not disappoint!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Bowl of canned chickpeas with a smaller bowl with brown sugar and cinnamon.

Chickpeas – You’ll also find them as “garbanzo beans.” Either is fine to use. Just be sure they are canned. They can be found at most grocery stores along with other canned goods and legumes. Or, find them online.
Oil – Any high smoke point oil will work – including canola or vegetable. Cooking oil spray is a good option too if you want to hold back on the oil. I’d stick with a neutral-flavored oil, so it doesn’t affect the chickpea’s flavor.
Brown Sugar – This will help bring sweetness to the chickpeas, which pairs perfectly with the cinnamon. Coconut or white sugar can be used too.
Cinnamon – Feel free to adjust the amount of cinnamon, depending on your preference.

Recipe FAQs

Chickpeas tossed in cinnamon and sugar in a large, metal mixing bowl.

Are Roasted Chickpeas Healthy

Chickpeas are a great plant-based source of fiber, protein, iron, B6, and potassium! Making this snack super healthy and delicious at the same time.

How Can I Make Chickpeas in the Oven

Roasted chickpeas can be made in the oven instead. It might be a better route if you’re making a large batch.

Steps to oven-roast chickpeas:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Transfer the drained, rinsed, and dried chickpeas into a mixing bowl. Toss with oil, cinnamon, and brown sugar.
Arrange chickpeas onto the baking sheet and roast for 20-30 minutes, stirring or shaking the chickpeas every 10 minutes.

How To Store

First, allow the air fryer chickpeas to completely cool down.

Store the roasted chickpeas in an open paper bag, jar, or a sealed reusable silicone bag (or plastic bag) lined with paper towels.

It’s best stored without a lid or covering to preserve the crispiness.

Recipe Tips

Feel free to dry the chickpeas on a paper towel or clean towel if you prefer.
Adjust the sugar and cinnamon to your liking. If you’re a big cinnamon fan, add more. If you want the chickpeas to be sweeter, add more.

More Chickpea Recipes:

Chickpea Salad Sandwich

For more plant-based snacks, check out edible cookie dough, cinnamon date paste, chia seed pumpkin muffins, and cucumber tea sandwiches.

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