Kale Chip Recipe

These Sea Salt and Garlic Kale Chips are the perfect easy-to-make snack with a healthy crunch! They’re easy to make with basic ingredients and they’re a great healthy snack for on the go!

kale chip recipe

How to Make Kale Chips

kale chip recipe

Foolproof kale chips that are crispy, easy to make, and so versatile! Just 30 minutes required for this healthy, simple snack.

Prep: 5min

Total: 30min

Serving Size: 1 Servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 Servings, calories 50 kcal, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Protein 1.7 g, Fat 3.7 g, Saturated Fat 2.8 g, Sodium 15 mg, Fiber 1.4 g, Sugar 0.9 g, unSaturated Fat 0.4 g

Ingredients:

  • 1 large bundle curly green or purple kale
  • 1-2 Tbsp melted coconut or avocado oil
  • Seasonings of choice

Instruction:

  1. Preheat oven to 225 degrees F (107 C). Use convection bake if you have it to speed cooking time and help chips crisp up even more.
  2. Rinse and thoroughly dry kale, then tear into small pieces and discard any large stems.
  3. Add to a large mixing bowl and drizzle with oil and seasonings of choice. Toss thoroughly to combine, using hands to distribute the oil and seasonings evenly.
  4. Spread the kale over 2 large baking sheets (use fewer or more if adjusting batch size), ensuring the kale touches as little as possible to help them crisp while baking.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes, then turn the pans around and lightly toss/stir kale to ensure even baking. Bake for 5-10 minutes more, or until kale is crispy and very slight golden brown. Watch closely as it can burn easily.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly – chips will crisp up even more once out of the oven.
  7. Enjoy immediately! Best when fresh. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 2-3 days.

Crispy Kale “Chips”

kale chip recipe

Make your own crispy kale chips at home, thanks to Melissa d’Arabian from Ten Dollar Dinners on Food Network.

Prep: 0 25min0

Total: 0 45min0

Yield: 4 servings

Nutrition Facts: calories 93 calorie, Fat 7 grams, Saturated Fat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 312 milligrams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 0 grams

Ingredients:

  • 1 head kale, washed and thoroughly dried
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Sea salt, for sprinkling

Instruction:

  1. Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
  2. Remove the ribs from the kale and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Lay on a baking sheet and toss with the olive oil and salt. Bake until crisp, turning the leaves halfway through, about 20 minutes. Serve as finger food.

No Fail Sea Salt and Garlic Kale Chips

kale chip recipe

Enjoy crispy kale chips every time with these No Fail Sea Salt and Garlic Kale Chips

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 serving, calories 25 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 2 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 5 mg

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium-sized bunch of kale (washed and dried very well)
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • a pinch or two of salt
  • a pinch of garlic powder

Instruction:

  1. Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Wash and dry one bunch of kale, making sure the leaves are completely dry. If there’s any moisture left on the leaves you’ll end up with soggy kale chips.
  3. Rip the leaves off the stems and away from the chewy veins of the kale and into chip-sized pieces.
  4. Arrange the pieces of kale on an unlined baking sheet.
  5. Drizzle the olive oil as evenly over the kale as possible. Using your hands, gently massage the oil into the kale leaves, making sure to massage the oil well into all the folds and onto the entire surface of each of the kale leaves. At first it may not seem that 2 teaspoons of oil will be enough but adding more oil will only add too much moisture. If you find you need a tiny bit more oil, add it one drop at a time.
  6. Once you’ve finished massaging the kale, sprinkle a pinch or two of sea salt and a pinch of garlic powder over the kale and add the pan to your preheated oven.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes. Rotate the pan, flipping any pieces that are starting to look crispy and bake for another 10-15 minutes, watching the pan closely for the last 7-8 minutes to prevent over browning.
  8. Remove the pan from the oven and leave the kale chips on the pan for 3-5 minutes before serving to they can crisp up even more!

How to Make Crispy & Delicious Kale Chips

FAQ

Are kale chips really good for you?

And unlike potato chips, kale retains its nutritional value when made into chips. Kale is high in fiber, antioxidants, vitamin A and calcium, as well as B vitamins, vitamin C and potassium. It’s fat- and sodium-free, and the minuscule amounts of olive oil and salt used in my recipe barely bump up those amounts.

How do you keep kale chips crispy?

To keep them crispy, it is important to let them cool completely. Once cooled, they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. You could also try adding a few grains of raw rice or silica packs (like those found in store-bought kale chips) to the airtight container. & Perfect for snacking!

Why do my kale chips taste bitter?

High heat can burn the kale and make it taste bitter. Don’t use olive oil if you don’t like bitter flavors. Olive oil can add a sharp, bitter flavor to a recipe. Use fresh oil.

Are kale chips healthy for weight loss?

Kale chips are a low energy density food, meaning that you can eat a lot of them without adding many calories to your diet (Mayo Clinic, 2014). This makes them the perfect weight loss food, as they give you an energy boost without promoting weight gain.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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