This hot honey hummus is one of our favorite snacks. It’s incredibly creamy with a hint of sweet heat. Topped with whole chickpeas and a drizzle of hot honey, it’s perfect with crackers, veggies, or used as a dressing or dip.
Snack time!
This hot honey hummus is a dreamy, super-creamy snack you can make at home in minutes. It’s simple, flavorful, and keeps well so you can enjoy it throughout the week.
Just look at how silky smooth it is—unbelievably tempting. Serve it with a spoon or pile it high with pita chips.
I love hummus because it’s so versatile. Use it with pretzels, pita chips, fresh vegetables, spread on sandwiches or wraps, thin it into a salad dressing, or serve it alongside grilled meat. My kids even dip chicken fingers or roasted broccoli into it.
While I make many creative flavors—caramelized onion, dill pickle and more—this hot honey version is an elevated take on a classic. It keeps a neutral base while adding a bright, spicy-sweet punch that pairs with almost anything.
You’ll see tips to peel every chickpea for an ultra-smooth hummus, and that does produce a silky result. I prefer quicker methods: process the chickpeas thoroughly, scraping down the bowl frequently, and stream in ice-cold water while blending. The cold water helps create an almost whipped texture that’s irresistibly smooth.
I also use a generous amount of tahini for a rich, nutty flavor that really elevates the hummus. Add fresh lemon juice, plenty of salt and pepper, raw garlic for brightness, and a good pour of hot honey for the sweet-heat balance.
I add some hot honey directly into the processor for flavor and then drizzle more on top when serving. Reserving a few whole chickpeas to scatter over the finished hummus adds a simple, restaurant-style touch.
The presentation — olive oil, hot honey and a sprinkle of salt and pepper over the chickpeas — makes this hummus feel special and ready for a snack board or weeknight dinner accompaniment.
P.S. Homemade pita is an excellent pairing if you want to make the full spread at home.
Hot Honey Hummus
Hot Honey Hummus
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Ingredients
- 2 (14 ounce cans) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ⅔ cup tahini
- ¼ cup hot honey, plus more for drizzling
- ½ lemon, juiced
- kosher salt and pepper
- ¼ to ½ cup ice water
- olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
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Reserve a few whole chickpeas to scatter on top for garnish when the hummus is finished.
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In the bowl of a food processor, combine the chickpeas, minced garlic, tahini, hot honey, lemon juice and ½ teaspoon each of kosher salt and black pepper. Blend and pulse for 2–3 minutes, scraping down the sides every 30 seconds until fully combined.
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With the processor running, stream in the ice water until the mixture becomes super smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed, blending again until silky.
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Spread the hummus in a shallow bowl or plate. Top with the reserved chickpeas, a drizzle of olive oil and a generous drizzle of hot honey. Finish with a sprinkle of salt and freshly cracked pepper. Serve with chips, pita, or vegetables.
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