Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Chickpeas Recipe
This delightful recipe for Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Chickpeas offers a crunchy, sweet, and slightly spiced snack that’s easy to make and perfect for a healthy treat or a unique party appetizer. Using an air fryer, these chickpeas become irresistibly crispy without excess oil, coated in a warm cinnamon sugar blend that satisfies your sweet tooth while providing a nutritious boost.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: Approximately 2 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Chickpeas
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for crisping the chickpeas evenly.
- Dry Chickpeas: Pat the drained and rinsed chickpeas dry thoroughly using a paper towel to remove excess moisture, which helps them crisp up better in the air fryer.
- Season Chickpeas: In a mixing bowl, toss the dried chickpeas with olive oil, salt, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding to allow hot air to circulate for even cooking.
- Cook: Air fry the chickpeas for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure all sides become crispy and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Once cooked, remove the chickpeas from the air fryer and let them cool completely before serving; this allows them to crisp up further.
Notes
- Make sure to dry the chickpeas thoroughly to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Adjust the sugar and cinnamon quantities to taste for a sweeter or spicier snack.
- Shake the basket halfway through cooking to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Store cooled chickpeas in an airtight container to maintain their crunch.
- This recipe makes for a healthy, fiber-rich snack option that’s easy to customize with different spices.
