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Crispy Cheddar Ranch Chickpea Snack Mix

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A quick and easy oven-baked snack mix featuring crunchy chickpeas coated in bold cheddar cheese powder and tangy ranch seasoning for a satisfying, guilt-free crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons cheddar cheese powder
  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of cayenne pepper
  • Optional: nutritional yeast for extra cheesiness

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Set a rack in the middle position.
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly using a colander. Rub gently to remove some skin and pat dry very well with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  3. Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer without overcrowding.
  4. Roast the chickpeas for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and slightly popping.
  5. Remove chickpeas from oven and reduce heat to 350°F (175°C). Let chickpeas cool slightly for 5 minutes.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, toss chickpeas with olive oil until evenly coated but not dripping.
  7. Add cheddar cheese powder, ranch seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until chickpeas are evenly coated with seasoning. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Return the seasoned chickpeas to the baking sheet in a single layer.
  9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for another 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through to melt seasoning onto chickpeas and crisp them perfectly.
  10. Let cool completely on the baking sheet. Store in an airtight container once fully cooled.

Notes

Dry chickpeas thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to prevent steaming. Stir halfway through baking for even cooking. The second bake after seasoning melts the flavors onto chickpeas and prevents powdery coating. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Reheat briefly in the oven to revive crispiness if needed. For dairy-free, substitute cheddar powder with vegan cheese powder or nutritional yeast and use dairy-free ranch seasoning.

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Keywords: chickpeas, snack mix, cheddar, ranch seasoning, crispy, oven-baked, healthy snack, vegetarian, gluten-free

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