Crispy Chickpea Crackers — Just Dried Chickpeas + Water + Spices

chickpea flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Parmesan adds similar umami flavor but is not vegan.

sesame seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are often cheaper and provide a similar crunch.

Soak 1 cup dried chickpeas in plenty of water overnight until they swell.

Drain the soaking water completely and place the soaked chickpeas in a high-speed blender.

Add 1 cup fresh water and 1 teaspoon salt to the blender.

Blend everything until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed to ensure a creamy texture.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush it with a bit of oil.

Pour the blended chickpea mixture onto the baking sheet and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Sprinkle the top with 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning.

Bake for about 20 minutes.

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and cut the baked mixture into rectangle-sized pieces.

Carefully loosen the pieces from the parchment paper.

Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of oil over the pieces and use your hands to mix so that each piece is lightly coated.

Spread the pieces out again and return the baking sheet to the oven.

Bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until the pieces are golden brown and crispy.

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