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title: "Homemade Chickpea Hummus — Easy, Creamy Hummus de Garbanzos"
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# Homemade Chickpea Hummus — Easy, Creamy Hummus de Garbanzos

[Versión en Español](https://comidaschilenas.com/receta-de-hummus-de-garbanzos/)

![Homemade chickpea hummus with olive oil and paprika](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/homemade-chickpea-hummus-featured.jpg)*Chickpea hummus*

Homemade chickpea hummus is cooked chickpeas blended with tahini, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, cinnamon, Chilean paprika, and cilantro into a creamy dip, loosened with water or cooking liquid and chilled for an hour. It takes 15 minutes of preparation plus 1 hour of chilling, and serves 6.

A Middle Eastern classic that has spread around the world for being cheap, simple, and versatile.

Contents

- [1. How to Make Chickpea Hummus?](#How_to_Make_Chickpea_Hummus)
- [2. Nutritional Information](#Nutritional_Information)
- [3. Homemade Chickpea Hummus Recipe](#Homemade_Chickpea_Hummus_Recipe)
  - [3.1. Ingredients](#Ingredients)
  - [3.2. Instructions](#Instructions)
- [4. Additional Tips](#Additional_Tips)
  - [4.1. Thermomix method](#Thermomix_method)
  - [4.2. Homemade tahini](#Homemade_tahini)
  - [4.3. Toast the cumin](#Toast_the_cumin)
- [5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)](#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs)
  - [5.1. 1. Can I use canned chickpeas?](#1_Can_I_use_canned_chickpeas)
  - [5.2. 2. How do I make hummus without tahini?](#2_How_do_I_make_hummus_without_tahini)
  - [5.3. 3. How long does it keep?](#3_How_long_does_it_keep)
  - [5.4. 4. What spices can I add?](#4_What_spices_can_I_add)
  - [5.5. 5. Can I make it without a blender?](#5_Can_I_make_it_without_a_blender)
- [6. History and Origin of Hummus](#History_and_Origin_of_Hummus)
- [7. Did You Know?](#Did_You_Know)
- [8. Recommended](#Recommended)

## How to Make Chickpea Hummus?

You can use leftover chickpeas, cook them especially for the hummus, or use canned precooked chickpeas from any supermarket; the recipe turns out just as well.

## Nutritional Information

Each serving of chickpea hummus contains approximately 330 kcal, 19 g of carbohydrates, 26 g of fat, 7 g of protein, 5 g of fiber, 1 g of sugars, 0 mg of cholesterol, and 200 mg of sodium. These values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portion sizes.

## Homemade Chickpea Hummus Recipe

**Preparation:** 15 minutes (plus 1 hour of chilling)
**Servings:** 6

### Ingredients

- 400 g (14 oz) of cooked chickpeas
- 120 ml (½ cup) of olive oil
- 3 tablespoons of tahini
- 2 teaspoons of ground cumin
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon of ají de color (Chilean sweet paprika)
- 1 sprig of cilantro
- 1 lemon
- Water or chickpea cooking liquid
- Fine salt
- Black pepper

### Instructions

1. Drain the chickpeas and rinse them until they no longer foam, then set aside in a colander. In a food processor or blender, combine the chickpeas, garlic, tahini, cinnamon, cilantro, the strained juice of half a lemon, cumin, olive oil, and ají de color.

![Cooked chickpeas for homemade hummus](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/cooked-chickpeas-hummus.jpg)*Chickpeas*

1. Season with salt and pepper and adjust to taste. Blend on high until creamy, a little thicker than a purée, adjusting the texture with water or the chickpea cooking liquid. Refrigerate for about 60 minutes.

![Olive oil to blend and drizzle over hummus](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/olive-oil-hummus.jpg)*Olive Oil*

1. Serve on a large, wide plate. If you like, sprinkle with ají de color and chopped cilantro and drizzle with olive oil. Serve with homemade bread or warm pita, or as a dip for nachos, fries, or garlic breadsticks.

## Additional Tips

### Thermomix method

Put the chickpeas, olive oil, tahini, cumin, garlic, cinnamon, ají de color, and lemon juice in the bowl and mix at medium speed for a few seconds. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water or cooking liquid, keep mixing at medium speed, and season to taste.

![Creamy tahini sesame paste for hummus](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/creamy-tahini-hummus.jpg)*Tahini*

### Homemade tahini

Tahini made from toasted sesame and oil gives a fresher, more controlled flavor.

### Toast the cumin

Toast and grind cumin just before using for a more intense aroma, and adjust the lemon or garlic to taste.

| Original ingredient | Substitute | Ratio | Flavor note |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Tahini | Peanut butter | 3 tbsp | Less traditional, still creamy |
| Ají de color | Smoked paprika | 1 tsp | Smoky |
| Cilantro | Parsley | 1 sprig | Milder |
| Water | Aquafaba | To taste | Creamier |

## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

### 1. Can I use canned chickpeas?

Yes, they are practical; rinse them well to remove sodium, and use their liquid (aquafaba) instead of water to adjust the creaminess.

### 2. How do I make hummus without tahini?

Use peanut or almond butter; it stays creamy, although the flavor is less traditional.

### 3. How long does it keep?

Up to 5 days in the fridge in an airtight container, or 3 months frozen in portions; thaw in the fridge.

### 4. What spices can I add?

Try smoked paprika or za’atar for a Mediterranean touch, without overpowering the chickpeas.

### 5. Can I make it without a blender?

Yes, mash the chickpeas with a fork and mix by hand; it takes effort and gives a rustic texture.

## History and Origin of Hummus

In Arabic, hummus literally means chickpeas, and this dish is called ḥummuṣ bi ṭaḥīna, chickpeas with sesame paste. Musabbaha is a related version that keeps some of the chickpeas whole.

## Did You Know?

Chickpeas are rich in potassium, fiber, and vitamin B6, nutrients that support heart health and help regulate cholesterol.

## Recommended

- [Homemade Chickpea Falafel Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/homemade-chickpea-falafel-falafel-de-garbanzos-recipe/)
- [Vegan Chickpea Mayonnaise Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/vegan-chickpea-mayonnaise-mayonesa-de-garbanzos-recipe/)
- [Garlic Roasted Eggplant Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/garlic-roasted-eggplant-berenjenas-al-horno-recipe/)
- [Chilean Chickpea Stew Recipe](https://www.chileanfoodrecipes.com/chilean-chickpea-stew-guiso-de-garbanzos-recipe/)