These are the best crunchy protein snack ever! We discovered roasted chickpeas covered with dark chocolate on holiday in Australia. We bought some from a supermarket, and since then, I have been obsessed with making them at home! The great news is, there is nothing easier than making them, and even the kids can be involved in the kitchen. Let’s see what you need to make these.
Ingredients and Substitutions
All you need to make this chocolate covered chickpeas recipe are:
Canned Chickpeas – You must use canned chickpeas for this recipe. Don’t use raw chickpeas. They wouldn’t be soft enough even if you soak them overnight. Chocolate – I recommend using dark chocolate, superior to 70% cocoa. Most brands are dairy-free and vegan-friendly. You can also use vegan milk chocolate if you are not a big fan of dark chocolate. Another option is sugar-free stevia-sweetened chocolate chips to keep the sugar low. Coconut Oil – or any vegetable or nut oil you like. This is optional, but adding a touch of oil prevents the chocolate from drying out while melting, and it fixes any overheating mistakes. Sea Salt – optional, but so much tastier with a pinch of salt!
How To Make Roasted Chocolate-Covered Chickpeas
Chocolate-Covered Chickpeas Nutrition
Each one of these chocolate chickpea clusters contains 97 kcal and 3 grams of protein. Plus, the proteins found in chickpea beans have the best nutritional profile as they include eight of the essential dietary amino acids! So if you are looking for a vegan protein snack with high nutritional values that tastes like a candy bar, this is for you!
More Vegan Protein Snacks
I love to create vegan, vegetarian protein snacks or desserts using chickpeas. It is an easy, cheap way to add proteins to your day, and below I listed some other chickpea recipes you may want to try! They are all made in less than 30 minutes and are delicious plant-based additions to your weekly menu.
