Crispy Sriracha Maple Chickpeas (Air Fryer)

Crispy chickpeas are one of my favorite foods. There is something about the crunchy salty flavor of them, yum. I also love how you can customize the flavor. These Crispy Sriracha Maple Chickpeas (Air Fryer) are my latest chickpea recipe and they are so good!

These chickpeas can be made in the air fryer or oven roasted. I included instructions for both. These chickpeas are the perfect amount spicy with just a touch of sweetness. I love them, they make the perfect higher in protein vegan snack.

Let's get into the recipe.

These crispy sriracha maple chickpeas are

• easy to make
• made with healthier ingredients
• plant based, gluten free and dairy free
• full of fiber
• high in protein
• the perfect snack

Instructions to make sweet and spicy crispy chickpeas

1. Add chickpeas to a bowl and toss with sriracha, oil, garlic powder, maple syrup, salt and pepper.
2. Air fryer: Add chickpeas to an even layer to your air fryer. Air fry at 400 degrees for 10-13 minutes, until crisp.
3. Oven: Add chickpeas to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-30 minutes at 425 degrees until crisp.
4. Eat chickpeas on their own or as a salad or bowl topper.

Ingredients for crispy baked maple sriracha chickpeas

• chickpeas
• oil
• sriracha
• salt
• pepper
• garlic powder
• maple syrup

Can I cook these in an oven?

Yes, I included instructions for both the oven and air fryer!

Storage instructions

The extra chickpeas can be stored in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 3 days. They will however lose their crisp after a day.

Substitutions

• sriracha - can be subbed with hot sauce
• maple syrup - can be omitted or subbed with honey

Other vegan snacks

• kabocha squash fries
• smashed carrots

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