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Home » Snacks » 3-Ingredient Crispy Cocoa Air Fryer Chickpeas (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)

3-Ingredient Crispy Cocoa Air Fryer Chickpeas (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)

Published: Mar 18, 2019 · Modified: Apr 13, 2019 by Rebecca Pytell · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Looking for a quick & easy chocolate snack? These 3-Ingredient Crispy Cocoa Chickpeas are gluten-free, vegan, allergy-free, and sugar-free! This recipe can be made quick and oil-free in the air fryer or roasted in the oven! A healthy, sweet, and protein-packed snack the whole family will love!

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When that chocolate craving hits midday, but you just know that chocolate bar won't be a good idea...Don't worry, there's an easy solution that's healthy, protein-packed, crunchy, sweet, o, and did I mention...perfectly chocolaty! The best thing about this snack is that it only requires 3 ingredients! You can whip up a batch of these crispy cocoa chickpeas at the beginning of the week and have them ready to go for any snacktime dilemma!

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What ingredients do I need for crispy cocoa chickpeas?

Only THREE and the ingredients are all simple, real, and probably already in your pantry! You'll need 2 cans of chickpeas (or opt for easy and home-cooked!), unsweetened cocoa powder, and sugar-free sweetener! For people who say chocolate isn't healthy, that's a lie! You're just doing it wrong! Unsweetened cocoa powder has 10 calories per tablespoon! You get such an intense chocolate taste and the way to sweeten it up, just to your liking...with a natural sugar-free sweetener like erythritol or stevia! Perfect time to whip out SPLENDA® Naturals Stevia Sweetener which is 100% natural with nothing artificial! If you're new to using stevia products, don't be worried about any off or bitter taste. Unlike other stevia brands you may have tried in the past, Splenda uses the stevia extract Reb D which tastes just like sugar, with no aftertaste!

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How do you make crispy chickpeas?

You may remember these three recipes from back in the day for roasted crunchy chickpeas if you're a Strength and Sunshine super fan. Those crunchy crispy chickpeas all use the oven roasting method, but there is another way that's much quicker!

How to make crispy chickpeas in an air fryer

Simply drain and rinse your chickpeas, add them to a large bowl, along with your flavoring, in this case, the cocoa powder and stevia. Mix everything around so the chickpeas are fully coated, then working in 2-3 batches, (You do NOT want to crowd them in the air fryer basket. This will also depend on the size of your air fryer.), place about half the chickpeas in the air fryer basket and set the air fryer to 400°F for 10 minutes. Halfway through, give the basket a shake and then allow the chickpeas to continue to "fry" until done. You can always add or decrease the time as needed for your air fryer.

How to make roasted chickpeas in the oven

Follow the same steps to coat the drained and rinsed chickpeas with your flavorings in a mixing bowl. Spread the coated chickpeas out on a parchment or Silpat lined baking sheet in a single layer (not overcrowded). Roast the chickpeas in a preheated oven at 400°F for 30-45 minutes, checking and giving the chickpeas a shake every 10 minutes so they do not burn.

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When should you eat crunchy chickpeas?

Air fryer and oven-roasted chickpeas are a perfect healthy snack any time of day! An easy and staple snack you can add to your weekend meal prep plan. Pack them in the kids' lunchboxes (a great "non-nut", top 8 free crunchy snack safe for schools!), pack them for yourself for workday brain-fuel or a great after workout plant protein munch! They make for great after-school snacks as well as great travel snacks! No mess with these little crunchy chickpeas in the car! If you want to get crazy, crispy sweet chickpeas make a great topping for some vegan ice cream or morning smoothie bowls!

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Are crispy chickpeas a healthy snack?

One big YES! ½ a cup of chickpeas has about 6 grams of protein and 16% of your daily fiber needs so they'll keep you satiated as a quality snack should! Plus, you won't get a sugar crash after eating these crispy cocoa chickpeas thanks to SPLENDA® Naturals Stevia Sweetener! All in all, this gluten-free, vegan, allergy-free, sugar-free, AND oil-free "chocolate" snack is the perfect plant-based fuel you can feel good about eating and giving your family to munch on!

Crispy Cocoa Chickpeas

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3-Ingredient Crispy Cocoa Air Fryer Chickpeas (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Allergy-Free)

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Looking for a quick & easy chocolate snack? These 3-Ingredient Crispy Cocoa Chickpeas are gluten-free, vegan, allergy-free, and sugar-free! This recipe can be made quick and oil-free in the air fryer or roasted in the oven! A healthy, sweet, and protein-packed snack the whole family will love!

  • Author: Rebecca Pytell
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 3.5 Cups 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 2 (15 oz) Cans Chickpeas (drained, rinsed)
  • ⅓ Cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 2 TB SPLENDA® Naturals Stevia Sweetener

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse your chickpeas and pat dry.
  2. Add the chickpeas, cocoa, and stevia to a large mixing bowl and mix to fully coat the chickpeas.
  3. Air Fryer Method: In batches, (do NOT overcrowd the air fryer basket), place about half the chickpeas in the air fryer basket and set the air fryer to 400°F for 10 minutes. Halfway through, give the basket a shake and then allow the chickpeas to continue until crunchy and crisp. You can always add or decrease the time as needed for your air fryer.
  4. Oven Method: Spread the coated chickpeas out on a parchment or Silpat lined baking sheet in a single layer (not overcrowded). Roast the chickpeas in a preheated oven at 400°F for 30-45 minutes, checking and giving the chickpeas a shake every 10 minutes so they do not burn.
  5. For both methods, allow the chickpeas to cool completely before storing in an airtight container or glass jar.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ½ Cup

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These crispy cocoa chickpeas make a great party snack too! From sleepovers to movie nights, a little sweet chocolate snack that happens to be healthy sounds good to me! How about you? Are you ready to get munching? I know I am! Who's with me?

So tell me:

+ What's your typical snack craving?

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Comments

  1. Debby

    March 31, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    I don't currently have an air fryer, but after seeing this, I just might get one. It looks so good!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 31, 2019 at 3:14 pm

      Go and get one, but of course, you can always use the oven!

      Reply
  2. Jennifer Wise

    March 25, 2019 at 10:56 am

    Wow, I bet these are so good. I'm going to have to try them! Just printed the recipe... 🙂

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 25, 2019 at 4:37 pm

      A great snack! Enjoy!

      Reply
  3. Dee | Grammy's Grid

    March 24, 2019 at 6:41 pm

    YUM! Sounds tasty! Shared ♥

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 25, 2019 at 7:13 am

      Enjoy!

      Reply
  4. Marjan

    March 24, 2019 at 2:25 pm

    This is just what I need! Thank you for sharing this, a life saver!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 24, 2019 at 5:42 pm

      Let me know if you give it a go!

      Reply
  5. Maria | passion fruit, paws and peonies

    March 22, 2019 at 9:43 am

    These look so moreish - just the sort of snack I like. Thanks for the recipe xx

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 22, 2019 at 2:25 pm

      Whatever that means, enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Shani | Sunshine & Munchkins

    March 22, 2019 at 12:38 am

    We bought an air fryer a couple of weeks ago and I've been trying to find new recipes to try making in it. I've never tried chickpeas but I'm game!

    Reply
  7. Cherryl Ehlenburg

    March 21, 2019 at 6:33 pm

    I will have to try these! I am trying to eat healthier, but those unhealthy snacks keep calling my name. Maybe these will do the trick!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 22, 2019 at 7:36 am

      These will be perfect to keep on hand!

      Reply
  8. Aarika

    March 20, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    I adore chick peas! This is such an awesome idea for a fantastic healthy snack!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 20, 2019 at 5:27 pm

      Yup! A perfect hit of chocolate!

      Reply
  9. Blue DeBell

    March 20, 2019 at 8:48 am

    These look amazing! I will definitely be trying these!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 20, 2019 at 10:42 am

      I'm so glad to hear it!

      Reply
  10. Claire

    March 20, 2019 at 8:04 am

    These look amazing!
    Will pin for future use!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 20, 2019 at 10:42 am

      Thank you! I hope you make them soon!

      Reply
  11. Cindy

    March 19, 2019 at 8:26 pm

    These look great! And thanks for including an oven method. Trying these soon!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 20, 2019 at 7:38 am

      Great!

      Reply
  12. Melissa Griffiths

    March 19, 2019 at 2:27 pm

    Trying these in my air fryer ASAP!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 4:31 pm

      That's what I love to hear!

      Reply
  13. Lenze

    March 19, 2019 at 1:25 pm

    I never thought about cocoa and chickpeas together. Great simple snack.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 4:30 pm

      Such a great crunchy sweet snack!

      Reply
  14. Jenn @Herbloggingideas.com

    March 19, 2019 at 9:52 am

    What in inventive recipe. I'm always looking for new air fryer recipes. This is a such a neat idea.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 4:30 pm

      This one is super easy!

      Reply
  15. Mar

    March 19, 2019 at 8:27 am

    Wow, I've never thought of turning these into a sweet treat. We usually do a curry or garlic powder chickpea.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 4:30 pm

      Love savory ones too!

      Reply
  16. Leigh Suznovich

    March 19, 2019 at 12:24 am

    Never would have thought to do this with chickpeas, it's brilliant!!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 7:44 am

      You've never had chickpea snacks before?

      Reply
      • Leigh Suznovich

        March 19, 2019 at 9:24 am

        I have, but not in the air fryer with chocolate!

        Reply
  17. Ashley

    March 18, 2019 at 10:15 pm

    I am completely convinced I NEED an air fryer now. This is right up my alley! My son is a picky eater and I think he'd love this too. He loves a crunchy snack and I love when I can sneak in some plant protein.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 7:44 am

      You can make these in the oven, as stated, but still get an air fryer!

      Reply
  18. Amanda

    March 18, 2019 at 10:10 pm

    I never would have thought about adding chocolate to chick peas but I bet it is a nice sweet/salty combo.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 7:43 am

      ?? There is zero salt here.

      Reply
  19. leah

    March 18, 2019 at 10:04 pm

    oh yes! we just got an air fryer and totally trying this!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 7:43 am

      You'll always be stocked on healthy snacks!

      Reply
  20. Amber

    March 18, 2019 at 8:56 pm

    I have been crazy obsessed about my air fryer lately and this is so creative and so delicious!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 7:42 am

      They come out so much better in the air fryer than the oven!

      Reply
  21. JASMINE VARGAS

    March 18, 2019 at 8:13 pm

    These look delicious. They almost look like the cereal Cocoa Puffs.

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 7:42 am

      I'm all for beans for breakfast! Haha!

      Reply
  22. Phoenix Moon

    March 18, 2019 at 7:42 pm

    Man, these look good! I need an air fryer now lol

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 19, 2019 at 7:41 am

      You can bake them too.

      Reply
  23. Maggie Rouen

    March 18, 2019 at 5:03 pm

    Love all of the yummy treats you can make with chickpeas!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 18, 2019 at 5:45 pm

      Nothing beats THE BEAN!

      Reply
  24. Maria

    March 18, 2019 at 11:02 am

    These look so yummy! I have never thought of making anything like this in my air fryer before!

    Reply
    • Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

      March 18, 2019 at 5:44 pm

      Just a great quick and easy snack!

      Reply

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