How to Make Hummus That's Better Than Store-Bought - Easy Hummus Recipe

This is my favorite hummus recipe! With a few simple tricks, you really can make creamy smooth homemade hummus and yes, we really do think it’s better than store-bought. We've also included recipes showing how to make tahini and how to cook your own dried chickpeas, so check them out below.

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[xdlacx]

two things that improve the taste. one, buy dried chickpeas and soak them overnight yourself with a pinch of salt. two, when thinning out your hummus don't use regular water, use the excess water from the chickpeas.

[a.a]

Hi, I'm from Middle East and you did the exactly the traditional recipe for hummus. But we don't add the cumin powder with it and we add the plain yogurt instead of water and we will add in the top some Sumac powder. We have hummus as a aside with grilled chicken, meat, fish and shrimp and we add it to the sandwich. Thank you for sharing this yummy recipe.  

[dougkellam]

My first try at hummus and it turned out exactly as I had hoped. Super smooth and delicious with some garlic naan straight out of the oven. Great recipe.

[alejandrolazaro]

I just made this and the hummus came out delicious! I roasted some squash, red bell peppers and mushrooms and toasted some bread, spread some hummus and voilá, amazing sandwich, simple but delicious!

[Faniefanies]

Made this today for my father and two brothers. We are Lebanese and usually my mom makes us her authentic Lebanese hummus, she's out of town so I thought I would give this recipe a shot...All three men and I LOVED it! My dad said it was better than the one my mom makes! Definitely keeping this recipe in my arsenal. ;) Thank you for sharing!

[Caspian]

This is hands down the BEST hummus recipe. Starting with the tahini and lemon made all the difference. Thankyou.

[joannlakes]

I've been making my hummus this way for years. I always get great reviews. I'm glad someone finally put the technique on YouTube. It's the best!!!!

[astridperez]

For the longest time I have tried to various hummus recipes and could never make the hummus creamy. I tried this today, and this is one of the SECRETS. Thank you :)

[WordsOfLastDays]

This was one of the best things I ever made. I didn't have tahini but I had bulk sesame. Ground it in Nutribullet, added olive oil, and made my own tahini! Then followed your recipe and improvised a bit and added sumac and turmeric. Served it with pita chips that I made as well.
Wow! I got my new favorite snack.

[BT-ktgb]

I just want to say that I have made this over 2 dozen times. With some minor changes. This has been the best Hummus! I can't keep it in the fridge for very long.

[carolchesick]

I've been using this recipe since it appeared online. It is delicious. My family never commented on it they just ate every bite and then used fingers to wipe the bowl clean. My son is having a Father's Day get together and asked that I make this Hummus! I commented that I wasn't sure he liked it and his retort was " Are you serious? It is ridiculously delicious".

[jassm]

I have been meaning to write and let you know that I made your recipe for my coworkers and it was a HUGE hit.  I made some homemade pita chips to dip with it and it seriously turned out perfect.  I am going to be making this for my family this weekend as a pre dinner treat before Canadian Thanksgiving!  Thank you!

[KananJani]

I agree with everyone else. Best hummus recipe. I've already made it twice from your recipe and both times family members have loved it. I use the dry, soaked, and then boiled garbanzo beans. Turns out super yummy!! Thanks for sharing.

[phoenixbpos]

This was a hit today. I've been saving this recipe for a while and it tasted better than restaurant quality. Thanks for sharing!

[rkousa]

We -Syrian people- add yogurt (greek style plain yogurt) instead of the water. And its so yummy ! Your recepie is so good too. Thanks

[fearnonebutone]

I found a really great way to make hummus that is better than store bought hummus.
I married a Palestinian girl.

[RagginDragon]

I made this today, absolutely the best hummus ever! Now to start playing with flavors.

[ninimoy]

I tried this and used orange juice and half of the olive oil with lemon scented olive oil and it turned out delicious 😍😗

[hartcoronet]

One of the best things about making hummus is that you can adjust the ingredients to your taste. Some of us prefer more garlic (Yo!) and black papper instead of cumin. I must thank you for showing me something that was very obvious but I didn't get:
adding additional liquid, especially when you have to use a blender 'cause you don't have a food processor. I tried making hummus several times, and it never came out without hideous lumps because I wasn't adding more liquid. I prefer to reserve the liquid from the can and add that as the extra liquid. Then I use less salt because of the salt in the canning liquid. Thanks again.

[erezgreenfodor]

a little tip, try to use dry chickpeas and not canned. put it in water for 12 hours and then cook it with vegetable broth until it completely tender (about 3 hours). I know that's a lot of time but the taste is totally different. using canned chickpeas still gives it a little store bought hummus taste.