Cinnamon Free Vegan Creamy Party Hummus
Rich, velvety, and built for a crowd, this hummus starts from scratch with dried chickpeas cooked until they're impossibly tender — the kind that crush between two fingers without any resistance. That extra effort pays off in a final texture that's genuinely silky rather than grainy or dense. Blending the garlic and lemon juice first, then whipping in tahini before the chickpeas even hit the bowl, is the kind of technique that separates a good hummus from a great one. A slow drizzle of ice water keeps things light and airy, giving you that dreamy, cloud-like consistency you'd expect from a restaurant spread. The whole thing is finished with a generous pour of olive oil, a dusting of smoked paprika, and fresh parsley — simple, stunning, and completely plant-based without any compromise on flavor. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, this recipe is naturally free of cinnamon and other warming spices, relying instead on a restrained hit of cumin and smoked paprika for depth. Scoop it up with warm pita, pile it onto a party platter, or eat it straight from the bowl — no judgment here.
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12 servings
For the chickpeas
- 1 lb dried chickpeas
- 2 tsp baking soda
For the hummus
- ¾ cup well-stirred tahini
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 3 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- 4–6 tbsp ice water
For serving
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for serving
- ½ tsp smoked paprika, for serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl and add 1 tsp baking soda and enough cold water to cover by at least 3 inches. Soak at room temperature for 8 hours or overnight, until the chickpeas have roughly doubled in size.
- 2
Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas, then transfer them to a large pot. Add the remaining 1 tsp baking soda and enough cold water to cover by 3 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
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