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40+ Gluten-Free Chickpea Flour Recipes

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From bread to cookies to pizza to omelettes to falafel to classic Indian fare, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate guide to vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free Chickpea Flour Recipes! Whether you’re in the mood for baking or want a new savory dish to try, the health benefits and ease of cooking with chickpea (a.k.a. garbanzo bean) flour will be certain to win you over!

From bread to cookies to pizza to omelettes to falafel to classic Indian fare, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate guide to vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free Chickpea Flour Recipes! Whether you’re in the mood for baking or want a new savory dish to try, the health benefits and ease of cooking with chickpea (a.k.a. garbanzo bean) flour will be certain to win you over! #chickpeaflourrecipes #chickpeaflourrecipesvegan #chickpeaflourpancakes #chickpeaflourbread #chickpeaflouromelette #chickpeaflourcookies
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What is Chickpea Flour?

  • Chickpea flour is also know as: gram flour, besan, & garbanzo bean flour.
  • Chickpea flour is made my grinding whole uncooked, dried chickpeas until a fine powder (flour) forms.
  • Chickpea flour is very commonly used in Indian and Pakistani cuisines.
  • Chickpea flour is very versatile and can be used in both savory and sweet dishes.
  • Chickpea flour makes a wonderful gluten-free flour due its naturally sticky gluten-like properties. It is a great flour to use in vegan recipes as well due to its wonderful binding properties leaving no need for the use of eggs!
From bread to cookies to pizza to omelettes to falafel to classic Indian fare, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate guide to vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free Chickpea Flour Recipes! Whether you’re in the mood for baking or want a new savory dish to try, the health benefits and ease of cooking with chickpea (a.k.a. garbanzo bean) flour will be certain to win you over! #chickpeaflourrecipes #chickpeaflourrecipesvegan #chickpeaflourpancakes #chickpeaflourbread #chickpeaflouromelette #chickpeaflourcookies

Chickpea Flour Health Benefits and Nutrition:

  • Chickpea flour is high in both protein and fiber.
  • Chickpea flour is rich in: folate, b6, magnesium, iron and potassium.
  • Chickpea flour makes a great low-carb or keto flour option.
From bread to cookies to pizza to omelettes to falafel to classic Indian fare, we’ve got you covered with the ultimate guide to vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free Chickpea Flour Recipes! Whether you’re in the mood for baking or want a new savory dish to try, the health benefits and ease of cooking with chickpea (a.k.a. garbanzo bean) flour will be certain to win you over! #chickpeaflourrecipes #chickpeaflourrecipesvegan #chickpeaflourpancakes #chickpeaflourbread #chickpeaflouromelette #chickpeaflourcookies

Where to find Chickpea Flour:

  • Chickpea flour is often carried in natural health food stores such as Whole Foods, Sprouts, and Natural Grocers. Bob’s Red Mill is the most commonly found brand. It can also frequently be found in the bulk bins of natural health food stores as well.
  • In local Asian and Middle Eastern specialty shops.
  • You can find several high-quality, certified gluten-free brands on Amazon online. These are some of my favorites:

 

Gluten-Free Chickpea Flour Recipes

Chickpea Flour Pizza Crust
Made with just 6 simple ingredients, satisfy all your cravings with this naturally gluten-free chickpea flour pizza crust! 
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A close-up of a sliced cheese pizza with a chickpea flour crust, garnished with fresh basil leaves on a light surface.
Childa Recipe – Savory Chickpea Flour Crepes
Easy childa recipe made with gram flour, also know as chickpea flour. Childa are Indian savory chickpea flour pancakes or crepes with a delicious mix of ingredients and spices. Naturally gluten-free and vegan.
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Easy Childa Recipe [Savory Chickpea Flour Pancakes]
Gluten-Free Vegan Bread Recipe
from MOON and spoon and yum
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a loaf of gluten free vegan bread
Fried Chickpea flour Sticks (traditional Italian recipe) Gluten Dairy Egg free
from Sweet Sensitive Free
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A paper cone filled with chickpea fries, crafted from delightful chickpea flour recipes, sits on a purple napkin. Some fries and chickpeas are scattered around the cone.
Easy Falafel Wrap Recipe with Tahini Sauce
from Yummy Mummy Kitchen
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A platter with falafel made from chickpea flour recipes, tortillas, cucumber slices, tomato slices, red onion slices, salad greens, and a bowl of sauce with a spoon.
Super-Green Vegan Spanish Omelette
Food To Glow
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Plate of vegan, soy-free, and gluten-free Spanish omelette made from chickpea flour recipes, garnished with fresh greens and colorful vegetables on a textured surface. Fork, knife, and additional ingredients surround the plate.
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Salad
from Veggies Save the Day
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Two bowls of salad with buffalo cauliflower, lettuce, radishes, carrots, olives, and a white dressing. Three forks are placed beside the bowls on a cloth napkin. Perfect for those trying chickpea flour recipes!
Double Chocolate Chickpea Flour Cookies
from Occasionally Eggs
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Close-up of freshly baked chocolate muffins, one partially broken to reveal a gooey, melted chocolate interior on a parchment-lined surface, showcasing the versatility of chickpea flour recipes in baking.
20 Minute Rosemary, Onion, & Feta Farinata Pizza (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
from MOON and spoon and yum
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socca pizza with red sauce and feta
Potato Fritter Sliders w/Chipotle Aioli (vegan, gluten-free)
from Vegetarian Gastronomy
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Three mini sliders with lettuce, tomato, and a large fried ball patty made from chickpea flour recipes, topped with a dollop of sauce. Served on whole wheat buns, each secured with a toothpick and arranged on a white plate.
Vegan Chickpea Squash Fritters
from Piping Hot Curry
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Four golden-brown fritters made from chickpea flour recipes are garnished with herbs and arranged on a parchment-lined plate. A small white bowl is partially visible in the upper right corner.
Indian Crispy Onion Fritters
from What A Girl Eats
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Close-up of crispy vegetable fritters made from popular chickpea flour recipes, with a focus on one halved fritter showing its onion and veggie filling on a colorful patterned plate.
Baked Spring Pea & Dill Fritters with Lemon Tahini Sauce (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
from MOON and spoon and yum
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Baked Vegetable Pakora Recipe
from Veggie Desserts
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Two pieces of a savory dish are placed on parchment paper, with a bowl of similar chickpea flour recipes, glass jars of condiments, a spoon with yellow powder, and a small dish of white sauce in the background.
Homemade Gluten-Free + Vegan Goldfish (Allergy-Free, Grain-Free)
from Strength and Sunshine
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Close-up of homemade goldfish-shaped crackers made from chickpea flour, labeled as gluten-free, vegan, allergy-free, and grain-free. Arranged on a light-colored surface, the text reads "Homemade Gluten-Free + Vegan Goldfish Allergy-Free + Grain-Free". Perfect for chickpea flour recipes lovers.
Chickpea Flour Lemon Poppy Seed Bread (Gluten-Free)
from MOON and spoon and yum
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a top view of a gluten free lemon poppy seed bread made with chickpea flour on a dark backgroun
Gluten-Free Brownie Recipe [Made with Chickpea Flour]
from Watch Learn Eat
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A stack of three chocolate brownies made with chickpea flour recipes on a wooden surface, with chocolate chips scattered around.
Chickpea Flour Peanut Butter Protein Pancakes
from MOON and spoon and yum
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A stack of pancakes made from delicious chickpea flour recipes is topped with blueberries and sliced strawberries, drizzled with syrup, and served on a white plate with scattered blueberries and a fork beside the plate.
Vegan & Gluten-Free Gravy with Chickpea Flour
from Watch Learn Eat
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A white gravy boat filled with light brown gravy, made from chickpea flour recipes, and a spoon placed inside, set on a wooden surface with a red cloth partially visible in the background.
Chickpea Flour Tortillas, Chips & Taco Shells (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
from MOON and spoon and yum
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a close up of a chickpea flour taco shell filled with veggies
Perfect Vegan Yorkshire Puddings (gluten-free option)- A Virtual Vegan
from A Virtual Vegan
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A plate of five golden Yorkshire puddings, arranged in a pyramid style, with a beige cloth napkin partially visible on the left, pays homage to traditional favorites while inspiring ideas for chickpea flour recipes.
Calabacitas Galette with a Chickpea Polenta Crust (Gluten-Free)
from MOON and spoon and yum
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chickpea flour pie crust galette
Vegan Breakfast Sandwich
from The Stingy Vegan
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A hand holding a sandwich with lettuce, tomato, avocado, cheese, and a patty made from one of our favorite chickpea flour recipes, served in an English muffin.
Chickpea Pancakes with Avocado, Tomato, and Watercress
from Delicious Everyday
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A plate with two pieces of toast topped with mashed avocado and cherry tomatoes, garnished with a slice of lemon and a side of fresh greens. A fork and knife are placed beside the toast. Perfect as part of your chickpea flour recipes collection for a healthy, flavorful meal.
Kale Beet Pesto Pizza with a Chickpea Crust + Video
from Carmy
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Sauerkraut Chickpea Flour Ravioli + Spiced Applesauce
from Strength and Sunshine
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A plate of sauerkraut chickpea flour ravioli topped with spiced applesauce, garnished with fresh parsley leaves. Text on the image lists the dish as gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, and vegan—a true gem among healing recipes.
Chickpea Flour Cookies: A Great Gluten Free Cookie Option
from Our Wasabi Life
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A glass of milk is next to three oatmeal cookies with raisins and chocolate chips on a white wooden surface. Scattered nuts and raisins are also visible. A striped cloth is in the background, hinting at cozy moments and chickpea flour recipes to explore.
Vegan Peanut Butter Bars
from Spabettie
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Gluten-Free Chickpea Crackers Recipe
from Elaphantastic Vegan
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A wooden bowl filled with square crackers, perfect for chickpea flour recipes, sits on a white surface.
Gluten-Free Baked Hatch Chiles Rellenos
from MOON and spoon and yum
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a close up shot of gluten free chile rellenos
Instant Eggless Tomato Omelette Recipe
from Cookilicious
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Three images of Indian flatbreads (parathas) served on a wooden tray with small bowls of green chutney on the side. A cup of milk or tea is visible next to the tray in each image, showcasing delicious chickpea flour recipes perfect for any meal.
Chickpea Scramble
from The Urben Life
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A frying pan with yellow scrambled tofu and a plate with cooked sweet potatoes, mushrooms, green bell peppers, and yellow scrambled tofu on a white surface, perfect for those who enjoy chickpea flour recipes.
Egg-free & Dairy-free Frittata Cups
from Allergy Awesomeness
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Three savory muffins with visible spinach and other ingredients are stacked on a white plate. In the background, a muffin tray and fresh spinach leaves hint at the wholesome goodness of chickpea flour recipes.
Fennel, Tomato, Rosemary and Onion Cast Iron Focaccia Bread (Gluten-Free)
from MOON and spoon and yum
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A close-up view of a baked cornbread in a skillet, reminiscent of pan de yuca, topped with chopped onions, tomatoes, and herbs. The cornbread appears golden brown and slightly cracked.
Classic Savory Indian Chickpea Flour Pancakes Recipe
from Go Dairy Free
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A white plate with three golden brown, flat Besan Chillas—a delightful staple of chickpea flour recipes—and a small bowl of red chutney.
Savory Eggless French Toast with Bruschetta
from My Pure Plants
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Two small bites of bruschetta topped with diced tomatoes, onions, and herbs on a black slate plate beside a fork and fresh basil leaves. A checkered red and white cloth is underneath, hinting at the rustic charm of chickpea flour recipes.
Savory Pumpkin Pancakes, healthy veggie Pumpkin Pancakes
from Ruchi's Kitchen
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A stack of savory pancakes made from chickpea flour recipes, garnished with chopped green onions on a white plate with a fork, set on a turquoise table with a striped napkin, a bowl of sauce, and bananas in the background.
Chickpea Fries
from Sheri Silver
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A close-up of a pile of fries garnished with chopped herbs on parchment paper, partially on a wooden surface, perfect to pair with your favorite chickpea flour recipes.
Veggie Potato Fritters (Baked, Not Fried!)
from Veggie Inspired
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A plate of crispy hash brown patties made using chickpea flour recipes, garnished with greens and served with a small dish of ketchup.
Socca- Easy Gluten-Free, Grain-Free Vegan Flatbread
from MI Gluten Free Gal
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A bowl of tomato soup with a spoon, accompanied by a salt and pepper set and a plate of folded quesadillas made with chickpea flour recipes, all elegantly arranged on a wicker tray.
Chickpea Flour Sticks [Gluten free and Vegan]
from She Loves Biscotti
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A wire basket filled with fried breadsticks made from chickpea flour recipes rests on a green fabric background.
Chickpea Bread – Made 5 ways!
from The Hidden Veggies
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A hand holding a partly eaten piece of broccoli cornbread, made with chickpea flour, with more pieces on a white plate in the background.

I greatly hope you enjoyed this round-up of 40 of the Best Gluten-Free Chickpea Flour Recipes! I would so appreciate you sharing and tagging on social media if you did- thank you!!

Kristen is a writer, photographer, recipe developer, and certified functional nutrition expert. She is also the author of Fermented Hot Sauce Cookbook, Vegetarian Family Cookbook, and Hot Sauce Cookbook for Beginners. Her work has been featured in various print and online publications including Elle, NBC, Chicago Sun-Times, Martha Stewart, MSN, New York Daily News, Healthline, and many more. Kristen is also a syndicated writer for The Associated Press.

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