Description
Crispy, flavorful baked carrot chips seasoned with cumin and cinnamon, perfect as a healthy snack or side dish. This easy-to-make recipe uses simple ingredients for a delicious twist on traditional chips, baked to golden perfection for a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Carrot Chips
- 2 pounds carrots (choose the fattest carrots you can find)
- 1/4 cup olive oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line several large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate even baking.
- Prepare the carrots: Trim off the carrot tops. Using a chef's knife or preferably a mandolin slicer set to the thinnest setting, slice the carrots on the bias into paper-thin elongated slices. Reserve the thinner ends for other uses like soup or salad.
- Season the slices: Place the carrot slices in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle sea salt, ground cumin, and ground cinnamon over them. Toss thoroughly to ensure every slice is evenly coated with oil and spices.
- Arrange on baking sheets: Lay the seasoned carrot slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, making sure they do not overlap to allow maximum crispiness.
- Bake the chips: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until the edges start to curl and become crisp. Then carefully flip each chip over and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes to crisp the other side.
- Cool and store: Allow the carrot chips to cool completely on the baking sheets to firm up further. Store cooled chips in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Use a mandolin slicer for uniformly thin slices to ensure even baking and crispiness.
- Keep an eye on the chips during baking to avoid burning as oven temperatures may vary.
- The thin ends of the carrots can be saved and used in soups or salads to minimize waste.
- For a different flavor profile, you can substitute cumin and cinnamon with paprika or chili powder for a spicy kick.
- Chips can become chewy if not fully cooled before storing—make sure they are completely cool for maximum crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
