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Chickpea Candies

5

30 min

Chickpea Candies

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Time

30 min

Serving

12 persons

Calories

0

Rating

5.00★ (1)

Author: Monica Feluchi

These fantastic candies are cooked of chickpeas. This means that they are not only healthy, but they are also great for those people, who are on a diet or stick to the vegetarian menu. Are they tasty? They really are! Just cook them right away and make sure yourself!

Ingredients

  • chickpea: 100 g
  • honey: 2 Tbsp
  • cinnamon: 1 Tbsp
  • vanilla sugar: 0.5 Tbsp
  • sesame: 4 Tbsp
  • oil: 1 tsp
  • water: 1 tsp
  • salt: 2 pinch
  • dark chocolate: 100 g
  • butter: 15 g

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Stages of cooking

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  1. Soak the chickpea in water in advance (preferable, for the night). Then boil it with a pinch of salt until it is ready. Let it cool down and blend well to get puree.

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  2. Now, let’s cook sesame paste. Mill sesame well and mix it with salt and butter, adding water.

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  3. Mix sesame paste with honey and chickpea puree. Add one pinch of salt, cinnamon and vanilla sugar. Mix the ingredients.

     

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  4. Take a teaspoon of the mass and form a small ball. Repeat the step until all the balls are ready. Place them into the freezer for about 30 minutes. I made 12 candies. 

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  5. As soon as the candies become hard, melt dark chocolate on the water bath or in a microwave oven. Dip each candy into the chocolate using toothpicks.

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  6. Wait until the chocolate dries out. That’s it! It is preferable to keep the candies in the fridge. Enjoy the dessert!

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History of the Chickpea Candies:

Chickpea candies have a long history in the Middle Eastern culture. Chickpeas have been used in cooking for thousands of years, and they are highly valued for their nutritional content, rich flavor and versatility. In modern times, this sweet chickpea recipe has become popular around the world.

Tips and Tricks for Chickpea Candies Recipe:

  • Soaking the chickpeas overnight helps to reduce cooking time and boil them more evenly.
  • Make sure that the chickpeas are fully cooked and have a smooth texture before blending.
  • You can experiment with different spices and flavorings such as cardamom, nutmeg or cocoa powder.
  • Use high-quality dark chocolate to ensure that the candies have a rich and smooth flavor.
  • Make sure to freeze the chickpea balls before dipping them in chocolate. This helps them to keep their shape and avoid melting.

Tips for presenting the dish:

  • Arrange the candies on a beautiful platter or tray, and dust with powdered sugar or cocoa powder.
  • You can also sprinkle some chopped nuts or coconut flakes to add texture and flavor.
  • Serve the candies with a cup of tea or coffee for a delicious and healthy snack.

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