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    Home » Recipes » Recipes

    Spicy Jalapeño Hummus

    Published: Feb 13, 2019 · Modified: Aug 12, 2022 by Cassidy Reeser · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Hand dipping a cracker into hummus

    Spicy jalapeño hummus is made with simple ingredients in just 5 minutes. It's perfect to have on hand for a quick snack with fresh veggies or as a sandwich spread.

    Cracker resting in a bowl of yellow and creamy hummus.

    Jalapeño hummus is a healthy plant-based snack that is lightly spicy and . You can use a blender or food processor to mix up this hummus in just 5 minutes!

    When we lived in Portland, King Harvest hummus was everything. The jalapeño hummus flavor is my favorite, with black olive a close second. We ate it on toast, with carrots, maybe sometimes on its own...

    But when we moved back to Georgia, the King of all hummus' did not follow us. You know what that means. Time to make my own jalapeño hummus. Good news: it's really easy and inexpensive to make (just like plain hummus)! 

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    • Recipe features
    • 🔪 How to make
    • 💭 Expert tips
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    Recipe features

    • Ready in just 5 minutes using 7 ingredients
    • Thick and creamy hummus
    • Easy to modify to make more or less spicy
    • Freezes well
    • Perfect for snacking or as an appetizer
    Hand dipping a cracker into hummus.

    🔪 How to make

    I recommend using a food processor to make jalapeño hummus, unless your blender is very strong.

    Ingredients used to make jalapeno hummus in the food processor before being processed.

    Combine all ingredients in the food processor with a standard blade attachment in place. Process on low until smooth.

    Hummus in food processor after being pureed.

    This recipe is written to be on the thicker side. For a thinner hummus, add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time while the food processor is running.

    💭 Expert tips

    • Spice level: Start with one small jalapeño and add another if the hummus isn't to your desired heat level. You can always add more jalapeños but you can't take them away... I've learned that the hard way.
    • You can use canned chickpeas or chickpeas cooked from dry. Home cooked chickpeas are lower in sodium and (in my opinion) just taste better, but canned will work just fine.
    • Full ultra-creamy hummus, I recommend removing the skins from the chickpeas. It can be pretty tedious but it's worth it if you want a very smooth hummus.
    • Author's note: This recipe and cooking process is a bit different than my go-to plain hummus because I created it to imitate the King Harvest hummus.

    📖 Recipe FAQ

    How do you remove the skins from chickpeas?

    If you've ever tried to remove skins from chickpeas, you know it can be time-consuming. But there's a way to make the process much easier. In a microwavable container, stir 1 cup of chickpeas with 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Microwave until hot or heat on the stove for 2-3 minutes.

    Rinse with water a few times to remove all of the baking soda. The skins should now be much easier to peel off. I set up three different bowls to make removal easier: one with chickpeas with skins on, one for just skins, and one for skin-less chickpeas.

    How do you store hummus?

    Keep leftover hummus refrigerated in an airtight container. For best quality, enjoy within 4-5 days.

    Can I freeze hummus?

    Yes, I usually double the batch and freeze half for later use in an airtight container. It will need to thaw in the fridge for around a day before use.

    Can I use pickled jalapeños instead of fresh ones?

    Sure! It will result in a slightly different flavor and it will be a little tangier, but it should work well.

    Overhead view of hummus on a white background covered with a blue and white striped cloth, sliced jalapenos, and crackers.

    🥗 Serving ideas

    These are my favorite ways to serve jalapeño hummus:

    • With fresh veggies like cucumbers, carrot sticks, sliced radishes, cherry tomatoes.
    • As a dip with pita chips, crackers, or pretzels.
    • Spread on a slice of toast and topped with pumpkin seeds, sliced cherry tomatoes, and nutritional yeast (one of my favorite snacks!) or try my avocado toast with hummus recipe.
    • As a spicy centerpiece in these hummus bowls with roasted za'atar veggies.

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    • Jalapeño Pimento Cheese
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    Cracker resting in a bowl of yellow and creamy hummus.
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    5 from 4 votes

    Spicy Jalapeno Hummus

    This spicy hummus is made with just 6 main ingredients in just 5 minutes. It's perfect for healthy snacking or as a flavorful sandwich spread.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Servings: 6 servings
    Author: Cassidy Reeser, MS, RD

    Ingredients

    • 1 and ½ cup chickpeas (1 15 ounce can)
    • ¼ cup tahini
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice from ~1 lemon
    • 1 medium jalapeno, sliced more as desired
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 3 cloves garlic
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ice water as needed to thin

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a food processor or high power blender. Blend until smooth; some jalapeno bits may still remain.
    • If the hummus is too thick, add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time to reach desired consistency. Store refrigerated in an airtight container for 4-5 days, or freeze for later use. 

    Notes

    1. Use one jalapeno for nice and spicy hummus and two jalapenos for super spicy hummus.
    2. It takes 5 minutes to make this hummus if you don't peel the chickpeas first. Add ~10-15 minutes if you decide to peel the chickpeas (read the body of the blog post for tips on peeling chickpeas).

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    Serving: 1servingCalories: 169kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 103mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 5.7mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 1.6mg

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    Comments

    1. Sheila

      January 30, 2022 at 4:37 pm

      Just made this hummus for the first time and it is delicious. Took very little time and so easy to make. Used a food processor and cooked the garbanzo beans for 15 min on stovetop. It is a perfect creamy texture. Thank you for the recipe.

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      • Cassidy Reeser

        January 31, 2022 at 7:21 am

        I’m glad you liked it- thanks for the review!

        Reply
    2. Colleen

      August 30, 2020 at 10:18 pm

      We have been searching and searching for King Harvest hummus or something even remotely like it. We tried making our own for the first time today using your recipe and are VERY pleased! Thank you, this is so delicious!

      Reply
      • Cassidy Reeser

        August 30, 2020 at 10:38 pm

        That makes me so happy to hear! Thanks for the review.

        Reply
      • Pat Rod

        September 17, 2021 at 10:14 pm

        So this is the first recipe I came across that did not require cilantro when searching for jalapeno garlic recipe and it did not disappoint! I did roast 2 jalapenos and add just a pinch full of cilantro just so that the small amount I had on hand didn't go to waste. Amazing and perfect amount of spice for us! I made 4 batches to share with my neighbors.

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        • Cassidy Reeser

          September 18, 2021 at 4:00 pm

          I’m so glad you liked it! The roasted jalapeños sound like a delicious addition.

          Reply
    3. Genevieve

      June 28, 2020 at 11:25 pm

      Oh my yum! Seriously so good. Just enough heat to keep it interesting but the perfect ratio for a great hummus without a jalapeño too. Trying it roasted next time bc I'm fancy.

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      • Cassidy Reeser, RDN, LD

        June 29, 2020 at 3:33 pm

        Roasted jalapeño sounds delicious! Thank you!

        Reply

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