High-Protein Chickpea Flour Crackers are a crunchy, savory snack you'll want to make on repeat.
They're vegan, gluten-free, and loaded with plant-based protein, with a bold cheesy taste thanks to nutritional yeast.
Pair them with hummus, vegan tuna salad, or any dip you love for a filling bite.
Love crunchy snacks? Try my oil-free red lentil crackers or linseed crackers next.
These chickpea flour crackers are incredibly easy to make and a great way to enjoy a savory, homemade snack with simple pantry ingredients. Just like my crispy multiseed crackers, this is an unleavened recipe-no baking soda or baking powder needed.
After testing this recipe a few times, I found the perfect balance for a crisp, satisfying bite.
If you love cooking with chickpea flour, you might also love my chickpea flour omelet, vegan scrambled eggs, or dairy-free chickpea flour frittata next.
They're great for prepping ahead and require minimal effort, which I always appreciate. I like to make a batch and keep them on hand for easy snacking during the week.
They're also a budget-friendly alternative to packaged crackers. For extra texture, try adding seeds to make your own gram flour seed crackers.
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📋Ingredients
- Chickpea flour (garbanzo bean flour): The base of these crackers, giving them structure and a satisfying, hearty texture.
- Nutritional yeast: Brings a rich, cheesy flavor without using dairy.
- Olive oil: Adds a smooth texture and helps create that crisp finish. You can use any neutral vegetable oil you like.
- Water: Helps bring everything together into a workable dough.
- Salt: Balances and enhances all the flavors.
As always, you can find the full recipe with a list of ingredients with measurements in a printable recipe card at the end of this post.
🔪How To Make Chickpea Flour Crackers
Mix dry ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, and salt.
Form the dough. Mix in the olive oil and gradually add water, stirring until a smooth, stiff dough forms. The dough should not be sticky. If it feels too wet, add a touch more chickpea flour.
Cut the dough. Dust a clean surface with chickpea flour and roll the dough into a large rectangle, aiming for a thickness of about ⅛ inch (or slightly thinner for extra crispiness). If the dough is sticky, dust it and your rolling pin with more chickpea flour as needed. Use a pizza cutter or a knife to cut into bite-sized squares or rectangles (I cut 80 crackers).
Brush & season (optional). Brush off excess flour with a damp brush before baking for a cleaner look. Optionally, sprinkle with coarse sea salt for extra flavor.
Bake. Carefully transfer the cut cracker squares or rectangles to your prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until golden and crisp. Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes to prevent overbaking. Let the crackers cool completely, then serve with your favorite hummus or dip.
💡Marinela's Tips
- Roll the dough evenly: Thinner dough gives extra crisp crackers, while slightly thicker dough results in a more hearty bite.
- Let them cool completely: They will continue to crisp up as they cool, so don't worry if they feel a little soft right out of the oven.
- Add seeds for extra crunch: Mix in sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, or flax seeds for extra texture and flavor.
- Boost the flavor with herbs: Add dried herbs like rosemary, thyme, or oregano directly into the dough for a fragrant, savory twist.
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
They may need a little more baking time or a thinner roll. Also, make sure to let them cool completely, as they crisp up more after coming out of the oven.
Yes, you can skip the oil, but the texture will be slightly less crisp and drier. Adding a little oil helps create that golden, crunchy finish.
Yes, chickpea flour is naturally gluten-free, making these crackers a great option for gluten-free snacking.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, keeping them sealed and away from moisture to maintain crispness.
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📖 Recipe
High-Protein Chickpea Flour Crackers (Vegan & Gluten-Free)
Equipment
- medium bowl
- Rolling Pin
- Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpea flour plus more for dusting (scooped & leveled)
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 5 tablespoons water
- ½ teaspoon salt
Optional
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, and salt.1 cup chickpea flour, 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast, ½ teaspoon salt
- Mix in the olive oil, then gradually add water, stirring until a smooth and stiff dough forms. The dough should not be sticky. If it feels too wet, add a touch more chickpea flour.2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 5 tablespoons water
- Dust a clean surface with chickpea flour and roll the dough into a large rectangle, aiming for a thickness of about ⅛ inch (or slightly thinner for extra crispiness). If the dough is sticky, dust it and your rolling pin with more chickpea flour as needed. Use a pizza cutter or knife to cut into bite-sized squares or rectangles (I cut 80 crackers).
- Brush off excess flour with a damp brush before baking for a cleaner look. Optionally, sprinkle with coarse sea salt for extra flavor.1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- Transfer the cut crackers to a lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden and crisp, keeping an eye on them at the end. Let cool completely, then serve with hummus or your favorite dip.
Notes
- Roll evenly: Keep thickness consistent for even baking-thinner for extra crisp, slightly thicker for a more hearty bite.
- Cool completely: They crisp up as they cool, so don't worry if they feel soft at first.
- Add seeds: Mix or sprinkle sesame, sunflower, or flax seeds for extra crunch.
- Add herbs: Try rosemary, thyme, or oregano for a fragrant savory flavor.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition
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