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Creamy, smooth, and packed with flavour, this classic homemade hummus is so easy to make, you’ll never go back to store-bought! Perfect for dipping, spreading, or adding to your favourite dishes.

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Time: 35 mins

Bake: 25-30 mins

Yield: 1 cake, serves 8-10

Serves: 8-10

Classic Homemade Hummus

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • ½ tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 2–4 tbsp cold water (as needed for texture)
  • Paprika, sumac, balsamic glaze and fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions

  1. In a food processor, blend the tahini and lemon juice for about a minute until creamy.
  2. Add the garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt. Blend again until well combined.
  3. Add the chickpeas and blend while slowly adding cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until smooth and creamy.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Transfer to a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with toasted pine nuts, paprika, sumac, drizzle with balsamic glaze and fresh parsley (optional).
  6. Serve with warm pita, fresh veggies, or as a spread on sandwiches!

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⤷ Loaded Hummus

If you want to level up this Classic Homemade Hummus recipe, try this Loaded Hummus recipe. Turn a classic appetizer into a delicious and filling meal. A sophisticated and filling, but easy to make dinner idea.

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Notes

  • This homemade hummus will last up to one week in the refrigerator in an air-tight container.
  • You can also sub roasted garlic for a more mild but rich and creamy garlic flavour.
  • Top this classic hummus with endless toppings. Here are some ideas: toasted pine nuts, roasted red peppers, sundried tomatoes, chopped olives, capers, or artichoke hearts. Possibilities are endless. Use what you have on hand!
  • Brush olive oil and garlic powder on your naan or crostini and bake until warm and toasted as an accompaniment to scoop your hummus.

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