Buffalo Hummus

For a fun spin on homemade hummus, make creamy, dreamy, and perfectly spicy Buffalo hummus. Serve with celery and carrot sticks for the ultimate party dip.

By
Micah Siva, RD
Micah Siva
Micah Siva, RD
Micah Siva is a trained chef, registered dietitian, recipe writer, and food photographer, specializing in modern Jewish cuisine. She runs Nosh with Micah, her personal blog.
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Published January 05, 2023
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Bowl of Hand Dipping a Celery Stick into the Bowl of Buffalo Hummus. Bowl of Hummus Sits on a Plate with Celery Sticks, Carrots Sticks, and Pita Chips, Next to a Small Bowl with Buffalo Sauce.

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Hummus is a part of my daily diet, and I’m constantly looking for new ways to enjoy it. One of my favorites? Spicy, tangy, and creamy Buffalo hummus! 

My husband grew up in Buffalo, New York, meaning Buffalo sauce is a staple in our kitchen. We always buy Anchor Bar brand sauce that we get from Buffalo and cherish each and every bottle. Strangely enough, it is rarely used on buffalo wings in our house, but instead on pizzas, dips, salads, and cauliflower.

This recipe for Buffalo hummus blends spicy Buffalo sauce, creamy tahini, smoky paprika, and chickpeas into a flavorful dip that will take you from afternoon snack to tailgate hit.

Bowl of Buffalo Hummus Topped with Blue Cheese Clusters and Buffalo Sauce, Surrounded by Bowls of Celery Sticks, Pita Chips, Buffalo Sauce, and Blue Cheese Clusters

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How to Make the Best Hummus

Hummus lovers will tell you that starting with dried chickpeas will yield the best results, but if you’re short on time (like me!), you don’t need to spend an entire day soaking and boiling chickpeas. A can of chickpeas and these tips will get you to creamy, smooth hummus in no time: 

  • Blend, then blend some more. Think it’s smooth enough? Think again! Purée hummus for at least 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Try a quick boil. For extra creamy results, boil canned chickpeas in 2 cups water and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda for 15 minutes. This will help break down the chickpeas for extra smooth hummus.
  • Peel the chickpeas. Peeled chickpeas yield the smoothest hummus, but it can be time-consuming! I prefer the quick boil method for nearly identical results.
  • Keep it fresh. Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the tastiest hummus—bottled lemon juice just doesn’t compare.
  • Use ice water. Add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time while puréeing for silky smooth, fluffy hummus.
Bowl of Hand Dipping a Pita Chip into the Bowl of Buffalo Hummus. Bowl of Hummus Sits on a Plate with Celery Sticks, Carrots Sticks, and Pita Chips, Next to a Small Bowl with Buffalo Sauce.

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The Case for Homemade Hummus

Store-bought hummus is great in a pinch, but there’s nothing like homemade. Pre-made hummus often replaces olive oil and tahini with lower cost and lower quality ingredients while charging you more. Homemade hummus is customizable, budget-friendly, and comes together in under 10 minutes.

Choosing a Buffalo Sauce

This recipe relies on Buffalo sauce. Buffalo sauce is a cayenne pepper-based sauce made with butter, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. You can find Buffalo sauce in mild, medium, and spicy varieties, in the sauce and condiment section of your supermarket. 

If you prefer a more mild spice level, use mild Buffalo sauce. I prefer medium Buffalo sauce and my favorite brand is Anchor Bar Medium, but Primal Kitchen or Frank’s Hot Sauce also works great.

How to Serve Buffalo Hummus

Serve this spicy Buffalo hummus topped with crumbled blue cheese and extra Buffalo sauce. When it comes to dipping, serve crunchy celery or carrot sticks for a classic combo, pita chips, or your choice of crackers or chips. Or try spreading it in a chicken wrap or sandwich for a burst of flavor.

Bowl of Buffalo Hummus on a Plate with Celery Sticks, Carrots Sticks, and Pita Chips, Next to a Small Bowl with Buffalo Sauce

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Buffalo Bonanza

Buffalo Hummus

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Servings 6 to 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 (14-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

  • 1 clove garlic, peeled

  • 4 tablespoons Buffalo sauce, divided

  • 4 tablespoons tahini

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice, more to taste

  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1 to 2 tablespoons ice water, as needed

  • Salt, to taste

  • 1/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled

  • Celery sticks, carrot sticks, and/or pita chips, to serve

Special Equipment

  • Food processor

Method

  1. Blend the ingredients:

    Combine the chickpeas, garlic clove, 3 tablespoons Buffalo sauce, tahini, lemon juice, and smoked paprika in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.

    In a Food Processor, Chickpeas, Tahini, Garlic, Buffalo Sauce, and Smoked Paprika for Buffalo Hummus Recipe

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  2. Keep blending:

    With the food processor running, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of ice water, as needed, to achieve the desired consistency. Keep processing for 3 to 5 minutes until the hummus is very smooth and creamy. Taste, adding salt or more lemon juice if needed.

    Buffalo Hummus Ingredients Processed until Smooth

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  3. Add the garnishes:

    Transfer to a bowl and top with blue cheese crumbles and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of Buffalo sauce.

    Serve with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and/or pita chips for dipping.

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    Buffalo Hummus Topped with Buffalo Sauce

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    Bowl of Hand Dipping a Pita Chip into the Bowl of Buffalo Hummus. Bowl of Hummus Sits on a Plate with Celery Sticks, Carrots Sticks, and Pita Chips, Next to a Small Bowl with Buffalo Sauce.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
130 Calories
7g Fat
13g Carbs
6g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 6 to 8
Amount per serving
Calories 130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 434mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 6mg 30%
Calcium 57mg 4%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 123mg 3%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. In cases where multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.