This silky smooth Homemade Hummus recipe is the creamiest, dreamiest homemade hummus you'll ever make.
Made with simple pantry ingredients and blended to perfection, it's a healthy and delicious chickpea dip you’ll want to keep on hand for snacks, spreads, and mezze platters.
Whether you're a hummus beginner or a seasoned chickpea fan, this easy hummus recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in minutes.
Love hummus? I also have a pumpkin hummus and mint and pea hummus recipe for you to try!
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💕 Why You'll Love This Homemade Hummus Recipe
This silky-smooth classic hummus recipe is a must-have for any hummus lover. Here’s why:
- With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up this delicious hummus in no time.
- Hummus is packed with protein, fibre, and healthy fats, making it a nutritious snack or addition to meals. Plus, it's versatile enough to be used as a dip, spread, or even a salad dressing!
- By adding a couple of simple steps such as cooking the chickpeas with bicarbonate of soda and adding an ice cube while blending, you get the smoothest, creamiest hummus every time.
📋 Ingredients
- Chickpeas - The base of the hummus, providing protein and fibre. The recipe calls for a 400g (14.1 oz) jar of chickpeas which is the equivalent of approximately 240g (8.5 oz) once drained.
- Lemon Juice and Zest - Adds a bright, tangy flavour that complements the chickpeas.
- Fresh Garlic - Brings a bold, aromatic taste to the hummus. Plus, we love the gut-health benefits of fresh garlic.
- Cumin - Adds a warm, earthy spice that creates the flavour profile well known to classic hummus.
- Tahini - Gives the hummus its creamy texture and an authentically nutty flavour.
- Salt - An essential addition for bland chickpeas. It’s worth double checking your brand of chickpeas to see if they are stored in salt already as you will need less if that is the case.
- Bicarbonate of Soda - When added to the cooking water, it helps soften the chickpeas for a smoother texture.
- Water - So that you can adjust the consistency to your liking.
- Ice Cube - This tiny addition helps incorporate air into the hummus, making it extra creamy and fluffy.
See recipe card for quantities.
🥣 How to Make This Homemade Hummus Recipe
Even though canned chickpeas are pre-cooked, we will be cooking them again. This is to further soften the chickpeas, and loosen the skins resulting in the smoothest hummus you’ve ever had.
You can skip this step of course, but I urge you to give it a try!
- Firstly, drain and rinse your canned or jarred chickpeas. Place them in a saucepan, fill with water, add the bicarbonate of soda, and bring to a boil.
- Once the water begins to froth, reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove and discard any shells that float to the surface.
- While the chickpeas cook, you can zest and juice the lemon.
- Drain the cooked chickpeas and remove most of the separated shells. While this step is not essential, it helps achieve a smoother hummus.
5. In a blender, combine the drained cooked chickpeas, ground cumin, tahini, lemon juice and zest, fresh garlic, salt, and an ice cube.
6. Blend until smooth, adding 4-6 tablespoons of extra water as needed until you reach the desired consistency. The hummus should be smooth, creamy, and scoopable.
Hint: Don't forget to add the ice cube while blending as this helps to incorporate air into the hummus, making it extra fluffy and smooth.
💫 Substitutions
- Tahini - If you don’t have tahini, you can use smooth sunflower seed butter as a substitute.
- Garlic - Garlic powder can be used in place of fresh garlic. Use about ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder for one small clove of fresh garlic.
- Lemon Juice - If you’re out of fresh lemons, apple cider vinegar can work in a pinch. Simply substitute like for like.
⚖️ Variations
The best thing about this homemade hummus recipe is it’s so versatile and makes a wonderful base for other flavours. If you’re looking to mix up this classic hummus recipe, why not try one of the following variations:
- Spicy Hummus - Add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño for some heat.
- Herby Hummus - Blend in a handful of fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro (coriander), or basil for a fresh twist.
- Roasted Red Pepper Hummus - Blend in a roasted red pepper for a sweet and smoky flavour. Be sure to use far less water in this case as the moisture from the pepper will help with the blending.
Check out my pumpkin hummus or green pea and mint hummus recipes for a different flavour combination.
🍽 How to Serve Homemade Hummus
- Serve with warm gluten-free bread, crackers, or veggie sticks for a healthy snack.
- Spread onto wraps (such as these 3 ingredient coconut flour wraps) or sandwiches for a creamy, protein-packed layer.
- Pair with baked falafel, grilled chicken or meat (effortless roast leg of lamb), or roasted vegetables (lemon roasted cauliflower steaks) for a satisfying meal.
- Try it as a salad dressing by thinning with water or lemon juice.
🥄 Equipment
- Blender or Food Processor - Essential for achieving a smooth and creamy hummus. I love to use my small capacity Nutribullet for dips such as this.
🥡 Storage
Store your hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
For longer storage, you can freeze the hummus in small, handy portions. Thaw in the refrigerator and stir well before serving.
✨ Top Tip
When you’re hosting a crowd, for an extra touch, drizzle olive oil and sprinkle paprika or chopped fresh herbs over the top before serving. It quickly turns a simple hummus dip into a work of art for your table!
❓ FAQ
Yes, you can use dried chickpeas. Soak them overnight and cook until tender before using them in the recipe.
One 400g (14.1 oz) can cooked chickpeas = approx. 240g (8.5 oz) drained.
240g (1 cup) cooked chickpeas = approx. 125g (¾ cup) dried chickpeas.
Yes! While tahini gives hummus its authentic nutty flavour, you can substitute with smooth nut or seed butters like sunflower seed for a similar texture.
For the smoothest hummus result, remove the skins from the chickpeas before blending as this helps to achieve an ultra-smooth consistency. While it's a bit more work, the result is worth it!
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Silky Smooth Homemade Hummus Recipe
Ingredients
- 400 g jar/can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice approx. half a lemon
- 1 zest of a lemon unwaxed
- 1 small clove fresh garlic
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
- 4-6 tablespoons water
- One ice cube
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas. Place them in a saucepan, fill with water, add the bicarbonate of soda, and bring to a boil.
- Once the water froths, reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to scoop and discard any shells that float to the surface.
- Drain the cooked chickpeas and remove most of the separated shells to help achieve a smoother hummus.
- In a blender, combine the drained cooked chickpeas, cumin, tahini, lemon juice and zest, fresh garlic, salt, and an ice cube. Blend until smooth.
- Gradually add 4-6 tablespoons of water, blending until you reach the desired creamy consistency. The hummus should be smooth and scoopable.
Notes
- One 400g (14.1 oz) can cooked chickpeas = approx. 240g (8.5 oz) drained.
- 240g (1 cup) cooked chickpeas = approx. 125g (¾ cup) dried chickpeas.
- Adding an ice cube while blending helps incorporate air into the hummus, making it extra smooth.
- Cooking the chickpeas with a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda makes them easier to digest and creates a smoother texture.
- Store hummus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. You can also freeze it in handy portions for longer storage.
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Nutrition
Disclaimer: Nutritional info is approximate and for general guidance only. Unit conversions are automatically generated and may not be accurate.
Carly says
This hummus is a staple in our house, it pairs so beautifully with so many meals! I especially love to use it instead of a salad dressing. Let me know what you paired with yours! 💚