Easy Chocolate Chickpeas (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Roasted Chickpeas

01 - 1 can (15 oz) of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1½ tablespoons avocado oil or melted coconut oil

→ For the Rich Chocolate Coating

03 - ¾ cup chocolate chips (sugar-free or regular, your choice)
04 - 1 tablespoon avocado oil or coconut oil
05 - 2-3 teaspoons coarse sea salt for sprinkling (optional but recommended)

# Instructions:

01 - Start by heating your oven to 350°F. This temperature will give you perfectly crispy chickpeas without burning them.
02 - Empty your can of chickpeas into a colander and give them a good rinse under cold water. Pat them completely dry with paper towels - this step is crucial for getting them crispy. Spread the dried chickpeas evenly on a rimmed baking sheet.
03 - Drizzle the oil over your chickpeas and toss them around until each one is nicely coated. Pop them in the oven for 50-60 minutes, giving the pan a good shake halfway through. You'll know they're done when they sound crispy when you tap them with a spoon.
04 - While your chickpeas are finishing up, grab a microwave-safe bowl and add your chocolate chips and oil. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring well between each round, until the chocolate is completely smooth and melted. This usually takes about 60-80 seconds total.
05 - Remove your crispy chickpeas from the oven and immediately add them to the bowl of melted chocolate. Stir everything together until every chickpea is beautifully coated in that rich chocolate.
06 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Using a spoon, scoop the chocolate-covered chickpeas onto the sheet, creating small clusters or piles. This makes them easier to break apart later. Slide the whole sheet into your fridge and let them chill for at least 2 hours until the chocolate is completely set.
07 - Once the chocolate has hardened, gently break the clusters apart into bite-sized pieces. Sprinkle with that coarse sea salt if you're using it - the sweet and salty combination is absolutely divine!

# Notes:

01 - This incredibly simple treat requires just 3 basic ingredients and delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort.
02 - The key to perfect chocolate-covered chickpeas is making sure they're completely crispy before coating - soggy chickpeas will make your chocolate coating less appealing.
03 - You can customize this recipe by using different types of chocolate chips or adding spices like cinnamon or chili powder to the melted chocolate.

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