Soft Roasted Chickpeas
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Fiber-rich
- Age
- 12 months+
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chickpeas (canned, drained, rinsed)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Method
- 01
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Drain and rinse canned chickpeas, then pat dry with a clean cloth.
- 02
Spread chickpeas on a baking tray in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.
- 03
Bake for 15–20 minutes — do NOT over-roast. Chickpeas should remain somewhat soft inside, not hard or crunchy.
- 04
Remove from oven and cool completely. Test each chickpea — it must squish easily between fingers.
- 05
Serve at room temperature. Discard any that feel hard or crunchy.
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How to offer
Place a small pile on the high chair tray. Always supervise — only offer at 12 months+ when baby has developed better chewing ability. Each chickpea must squish easily between your fingers before offering. Never offer hard, crunchy chickpeas to any child under 4 years.
Storage
Store in an open container at room temperature for up to 2 days (airtight container makes them soft faster). Best consumed same day.
Nutrition note
High in protein and fiber which is important for the baby's digestive system and growth. Also contains iron and B vitamins.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
