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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers

    Creamy Vitamix Chickpea Hummus (Easy & Authentic)

    By Lily・Published:Jul 9, 2021・Updated: Jul 10, 2021・Post may have affiliate links.

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    Ultra creamy, smooth, and fluffy chickpea hummus within minutes. This Vitamix hummus recipe is easy and customizable. I have been tweaking this hummus recipe from an authentic version for years now, and I finally think it's ready!

    This recipe started as a traditional authentic Lebanese hummus recipe. Over the years, I've made one significant change: a second blend step with a Vitamix blender. The Vitamix blender makes this chickpea hummus so creamy and fluffy. If you don't have a Vitamix, no worries. This delicious chickpea hummus will still rock your world.

    creamy hummus in a bowl

    What I Love About This Recipe

    I love that this creamy hummus recipe is very easy and quick to make. It's so creamy and fluffy, it feels light and easy to spread.

    I like how customizable this recipe is. You can use canned chickpeas, previously cooked frozen chickpeas, or dried chickpeas. Also, you can use tahini or substitute tahini for sesame seeds.

    Ingredient Notes

    • Chickpeas: If you want to make this recipe quickly, use canned chickpeas. If using dried chickpeas, soak the chickpeas overnight.
    • Tahini or Sesame Seeds: I recommend using tahini for this creamy hummus, however, sesame seeds are an appropriate substitute if desired. Substitute equal parts sesame seeds for equal parts tahini. Note, you must use a Vitamix blender if using sesame seeds so that the seeds will fully blend into the hummus.
    • Lemon: I always use fresh lemon rather than using lemon juice from a jar. Lemons are very easy to squeeze, and this garlicky chickpea hummus will thank you for it.
    • Garlic: Mash fresh garlic with a little bit of salt. Alternatively, use a garlic press.

    You will also need:

    • Food processor
    • Vitamix blender (or equivalent blender)
    • Bowl to soak the chickpeas (if using dried chickpeas)
    • Mortar and pestle (to mash the garlic)
    • Lemon juicer

    How To Make Creamy Hummus

    If using dried chickpeas, cook the chickpeas until tender. If using canned chickpeas, open the can and drain the chickpeas. Save some of the canned chickpea juice for later in the recipe.

    Squeeze the lemons. Mash the garlic. Add the lemon juice, tahini (if using), garlic, and cooked chickpeas to the food processor. Blend on high. Scoop the hummus into the Vitamix blender. Add some of the juice from the canned chickpeas (about ½ a cup). Blend with the Vitamix blender. If the hummus is not blending, add a little bit of water. Try to keep the hummus as thick as possible but not adding too much water.

    hummus in a Vitamix blender

    Tips and Tricks

    1. Use a blender. For extra smooth, fluffy, and creamy hummus, use a Vitamix blender. This recipe, in particular, needs a blender if using sesame seeds in lieu of tahini.
    2. Alternate tiny bits of water and chickpeas. Blending the hummus is a delicate balance between smooth hummus and watery hummus. The only way to make sure the hummus isn't too watery is to add very little water gradually.
    3. Taste your hummus and adjust. Everyone is a little different, so this is important! I prefer really garlicky hummus, but you might prefer more lemony hummus. Adjust to suit your needs.
    creamy and light hummus

    Using Dried Chickpeas

    If using dried chickpeas, soak the dried chickpeas with baking soda overnight to soften the outer skin (so they will cook faster). If you are short on time, at a minimum soak the dried chickpeas for 3 hours.

    Boil the chickpeas for about 1 hour to 1.5 hours, or until squishy. For this Vitamix chickpea recipe, 2 cups of dried chickpeas (prior to soaking) will give you about the equivalent of 4 cans of cooked and drained chickpeas.

    What Is The Best Way To Blend Hummus?

    Most hummus recipes use a food processor and that's it. This creamy dreamy ultra-smooth and fluffy chickpea hummus recipe take things one step further by adding a second blending step with a Vitamix blender.

    I prefer to blend the hummus first with a food processor because the hummus will blend easier in the Vitamix when transferred over. However, it is possible to add all of the ingredients into the Vitamix (skipping the food processor). You will need to alternate between adding liquid to the Vitamix and blending to make sure that the hummus blends smoothly. Don't overdo the amount of water, otherwise, the hummus will not be fluffy.

    Should The Chickpea Skins Be Removed?

    Some hummus recipes recommend removing the outer skin of the chickpea. I’ve tried taking off the peel of each bean one by one and it is time-consuming! To be honest, I couldn’t tell a difference in taste. I did see a slight difference in consistency though when using a food processor. Once I used the Vitamix, I could not tell a difference between hummus batches with the skin removed and hummus batches without the skin removed.

    Also, I've heard that you can buy dried chickpeas that already have the skin removed. That might be another option if using dried chickpeas to make this recipe.

    hummus on a spoon with a blender below

    Using Sesame Seeds in Lieu Of Tahini

    Sesame seeds are a great substitute for tahini. Tahini quality can vary, and by using the whole food option, you will have consistent hummus every time.

    The main difference in taste with sesame seeds vs tahini is that tahini is made from roasted sesame seeds. There is a deeper flavor profile that tahini inherently has.

    Important: if using sesame seeds instead of tahini, you must use a Vitamix blender to fully blend the hummus. The sesame seeds don't blend well in a food processor alone.

    Other Variations of Hummus

    If you would like to change things up a bit, you can add roasted garlic, roasted red peppers, or basil.

    FAQs

    How do you eat hummus?

    Hummus is traditionally eaten as a dip with pita bread or pita chips. Another way of enjoying hummus is using it as a spread.

    What is hummus made of?

    There are many different variations of hummus, however, the traditional chickpea hummus recipe uses tahini, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and cooked chickpeas.

    Do you cook chickpeas for hummus?

    Chickpeas that come in a can are cooked, so they are ready to use for a chickpea hummus recipe. If using dried chickpeas, they need to be soaked and cooked until squishy prior to making hummus.

    Are chickpeas and hummus the same?

    It depends! In Arabic, the word "hummus" also means chickpeas. In English, hummus is a dip that is made from cooked chickpeas.

    How long does hummus last?

    Freshly made hummus is good for up to 5 days in the fridge.

    What is the difference between baba ganoush vs hummus?

    The base ingredient of baba ganoush is eggplant, whereas, the base ingredient in hummus is chickpeas. Both are dips that have tahini, lemon juice, and garlic.

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    Creamy Vitamix Chickpea Hummus (Easy & Authentic)

    Author: Lily
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Lebanese
    Prep: 10 mins
    Total: 10 mins
    5 from 3 votes
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    Servings 12
    Ultra creamy, smooth, and fluffy chickpea hummus made with a Vitamix blender within minutes. This is an easy and authentic hummus recipe!

    Ingredients
     
    US Customary - Metric

    • 32 ounces canned chickpeas see note 4
    • ⅔ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about ⅔ cup of lemon juic
    • 4 cloves garlic mashed
    • 8 tablespoon tahini or substitute equal parts sesame seeds
    • salt to taste

    Instructions

    If Using Dried Chickpeas

    • Let dry chickpeas soak in water overnight with a teaspoon of baking soda. If overnight is not possible, let soak for at least 3 hours.
    • Boil the chickpeas until the outer skins are coming off (about an hour). Make sure there's enough water at all times. Drain chickpeas.

    Make Ultra Creamy Hummus

    • Juice the lemons. Peel and mash the garlic with a mortar and pestle.
    • Add the garlic, lemon juice, tahini (if using), and cooked chickpeas to the food processor. Blend on high. 
    • Scoop the hummus into the Vitamix blender. Add ½ cup to a cup of water (or chickpea juice from the can). Blend on high. If the blender is not blending, add a slight amount of water. Keep blending until the hummus is light and fluffy.
    • Scoop the hummus into a bowl. Drizzle olive oil on top if desired.

    Notes

    1. Either use tahini or sesame seeds. Don't use both.
    2. If using sesame seeds, you MUST use a Vitamix blender to fully blend the hummus.
    3. This hummus recipe can be made in a food processor (just won't be as fluffy and creamy). Make sure to use tahini if only blending with a food processor.
    4. Substitute 2 cups of dried chickpeas for 32 ounces of canned chickpeas (4 cans that are 8 ounces each).

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2Tablespoons | Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 184mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 0g

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    About Lily

    Howdy! My name Lilian, but my friends call me Lily. I'm the founder and one of the recipe authors here at The Matbakh. I enjoy sunsets, long walks on the beach, meaningful relationships, and anything related to food. I'm so happy you are here!

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    1. Victoria Asinovsky

      November 12, 2021 at 8:56 am

      5 stars
      Thank you for sharing! It’s so tasty and simple - I am never buying another can from the store!

      Reply
      • Lily

        November 12, 2021 at 10:53 am

        Thank you!!! So happy you liked it!

        Reply
    2. Lilian B.

      April 21, 2020 at 11:05 pm

      Thanks Jonie!

      Reply
    3. Jonie

      March 29, 2020 at 9:52 am

      5 stars
      I added some extra garlic and it was great.

      Reply

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