Creamy Instant Pot Hummus Recipe

The Instant Pot makes the best light and creamy hummus recipe from dried garbanzo beans you can dream of without soaking or peeling the cooked chickpeas' outer skin.

Instant pot hummus recipe is incredibly easy to make, much better tasting than anything you can purchase at the store. Made with basic ingredients and using the pressure cooker to make this hummus recipe from scratch. If you're looking for plain intant pot chickpeas this recipe is right for you because it has more information about pressure cooking chickpeas.

You can make this hummus instant pot recipe with or without tahini and still get a creamy and smooth pressure cooker hummus full of flavor.

If you like to prepare Hummus using canned chickpeas, wait until you try this recipe. Making your Hummus from dried chickpeas and cooking them in the pressure cooker leaves you with super soft, creamy chickpeas and the outer skin become so soft there is no need for the tedious task of removing it, and you are still left with the smoothest Hummus ever. 

What is Hummus?

Hummus is a gluten-free spread or dip made with cooked chickpeas and blended with tahini, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice, and you can always customize it however you like!

How to make instant pot hummus

The Instant Pot makes making homemade Hummus an absolute breeze. There is no need for soaking the chickpeas and skimming off their skin because the pressure cooker breaks it down perfectly.

You can find the ingredients list and instruction in a print version on the recipe card at the end of this post.

STEP 1. Rinse the chickpeas and discard any stones. Place the chickpeas and the 6 cups of water into the instant pot pressure cooker's inner pot.

STEP 2. Cover with the lid of the pressure cooker and lock it in place. Turn the vent knob to sealing (don't press the release knob on the newest models), select manual/pressure cook, and set to cook on high pressure for 50 minutes using +/- buttons.

STEP 3. Once the cooking time goes off, allow the pressure to release naturally until the metal pin drops—Reserve 1 cup of the beans cooking liquid. Then drain the chickpeas beans.

STEP 4. Transfer the cooked chickpeas into the food processor, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, ¼ cup of reserved chickpea liquid, ground cumin, and salt. Process until the chickpeas paste is creamy and smooth, adding the remaining ¼ cup of the cooking liquid if needed.

STEP 5. While the processor is running, open up the opening on the food processor's lid and drizzle the olive oil and blend until creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning to your taste. Add more liquid if needed.

Tips:

• If you want to skip the tahini or make a Tahini Free Hummus, instead of tahini, add sunflower seed butter or add more olive oil. Keep in mind the flavor is going to be slightly different.  
• Lemon juice: If you love lemon or tangy, add more lemon juice but if you don't like it, omit. 
• You can cook the chickpeas in advance and store them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 
• This recipe is for a 6-quart pressure cooker; if you want to use a smaller pressure cooker, cut the recipe in half.
• Store prepare Hummus in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. 
• If you presoak the dried chickpeas overnight, you'll need to reduce the cooking time to 20 minutes under high pressure.

Equipment Needed

Electric Pressure Cooker (6 or 8 quarts) (affiliate link)

Food Processor (affiliate link)

How long to cook chickpeas for Hummus in the instant pot

The cooking time to cook chickpeas for Hummus can vary depending on if you are soaking the dried chickpeas or not.  

The cooking time for soaked chickpeas is 20 minutes and natural release. If you opted for cooking dried chickpeas without soaking, the cooking time is 50 minutes of high pressure cooking and natural release.

How long does instant pot hummus last?

Hummus can last up to 7 days if refrigerated in an airtight container, or up to 3 months if store in the freezer. 

FAQ about Hummus

Is Hummus Healthy?

Hummus is an excellent plant-based protein source which makes it a nutritious option for vegans and vegetarians. Hummus provides a large variety of vitamins and minerals. 

Is Hummus gluten-free?

Yes, Hummus is naturally gluten-free, but it also is dairy and nut-free; it is an excellent choice for people with particular intolerances and allergies. But people allergic to sesame seeds should avoid it.

Can you freeze Hummus?

Yes, you can freeze Hummus; however, if you plan on freezing some, you should try to make it a little thicker because it becomes a bit looser once you defrost it.

How to freeze instant pot Hummus?

• Use a freezer-safe container to store your instant pot Hummus in the freezer. Fill the container with as much Hummus, leaving room at the top because it expands as it freezes.
• Add little olive oil on top of the Hummus to preserve moisture. Close the lid of the airtight container and put it in the freezer.
• Hummus can be frozen for up to 3 months, but don't freeze longer than that because the longest you freeze it, the texture and flavor can change.
• Transfer the Hummus from the freezer to the fridge to thaw overnight. It can take less or longer to thaw, depending on the quantity you add to the container.
• Stir the Hummus once it has thawed to restore texture and homogeneous taste.

What to eat with Hummus

Hummus is so good you can add it to almost everything because it's packed with protein and other nutrients. But hummus goes well with a drizzle of olive oil and smoked paprika. I like to serve it with veggies and pitta bread or eggplant stew. 

More Chickpeas recipe you should try

Instant Pot Moroccan Chickpea Stew

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