Cinnamon Roasted Chickpeas (high fiber snack)
These easy cinnamon roasted chickpeas are a simple kid-friendly protein snack made with pantry staples. Soft, lightly sweet, and perfect for toddlers, older kids, and picky eaters.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1-2 teaspoon maple syrup for a sweeter version older toddlers/kids
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drain, rinse, and pat the chickpeas dry really well.
- If smashing, then lightly smash the chickpeas using the bottom of a cup or a fork (not completely mashed).
- Add chickpeas to a bowl and toss with oil, cinnamon, vanilla, and maple syrup if using.
- Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until lightly golden and warmed through.
- Let cool slightly before serving
Notes
Notes
- this recipe is intentionally made softer for toddlers rather than super crunchy
- drying the chickpeas well helps them roast better
- lightly smashing makes them easier for younger toddlers to chew and helps seasoning stick a tad better
- as always, assess texture and serving based on your little one's chewing abilities
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