Vedic Candies with Chickpeas

12 servings

90 minutes

Vedic candies with chickpeas are a refined delicacy of Indian cuisine filled with ancient traditions and sophisticated flavors. Chickpeas, known for their nutritional properties, create a tender, velvety texture while almonds and sunflower seeds add a nutty depth of flavor. Honey adds natural sweetness, vanilla sugar provides a subtle aroma, and cinnamon brings warm spice. These candies not only delight the palate but also provide energy while remaining a healthy alternative to store-bought sweets. They can be shaped into balls or figurine pieces, turning the preparation process into creativity. Such a dessert pairs perfectly with aromatic tea and makes a wonderful treat for family gatherings or meditative moments of solitude. The origins of the recipe trace back to Vedic culture where food was considered part of spiritual harmony.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 126.4
• Proteins: 4.5g
• Fats: 6.9g
• Carbohydrates: 12.4g

Ingredients

• Chickpeas: 150 g
• Sunflower seeds: 3 tbsp
• Roasted almonds: 100 g
• Honey: 2 tbsp
• Vanilla sugar: 15 g
• Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Soak the chickpeas in water for 12 hours, then drain, rinse, and cook for 40-60 minutes, and dry on a towel.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chickpeas: 150 g

2. If desired, you can manually peel the chickpeas to get a softer mass.

3. Blend all ingredients until crumbly, resembling sand dough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sunflower seeds: 3 tablespoons
   • Roasted almonds: 100 g
   • Honey: 2 tablespoons
   • Vanilla sugar: 15 g
   • Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon

4. You can roll balls from the obtained mass or use molds to give any shape ;)