These crispy baked spinach chips are a quick and delicious snack, ready in just 10 minutes! Packed with nutrients, they’re a flavorful alternative to traditional potato chips, making them a great choice for a light and crunchy treat. If you love kale chips, you’re going to adore these easy-to-make spinach chips!
Baked Spinach Chips Recipe
You’re probably familiar with kale chips and apple chips, but have you ever tried spinach chips? If not, I hope this post will change that! These spinach chips are light, crispy, and melt in your mouth, offering a satisfying crunch that’s hard to resist. If you enjoy crispy snacks like kale chips, you’ll definitely want to give these a try!
With an abundance (to say the least) of fresh spinach in the garden, I was looking for creative ways to use up these vibrant leaves. Then it hit me—kale and spinach have a similar texture, so why not try making spinach chips? And sure enough, it worked! These spinach chips are just as delicious and easy to make as their kale counterpart.
Spinach chips are a perfect alternative to a bowl of potato chips, offering that same satisfying crunch without the heaviness. If you’re a fan of crispy snacks, you’ll love these as much as kale chips! Looking for more ways to enjoy kale? Be sure to check out my collection of kale recipes for more ideas!
How to Make Spinach Chips
Prepare baking sheets by covering them with parchment paper. This makes cleanup easy! Depending on how big your spinach leaves are you will need 2-3 baking sheets.
Add spinach to a large bowl and add olive oil on top (tip: I always buy olive oil in bulk to save money). Using your hands, massage the spinach to make sure each leaf is coated in oil.
In a single layer, place spinach on baking sheets.
In a small bowl, mix cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper and salt. Sprinkle this seasoning on top of each leaf.
Tip!
Make the spinach chips your own in this step. I like the seasonings in the recipe, but you can also make them really simple by only using salt. It’s up to you! They’re delicious both ways!
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until crispy. They will burn quick so make sure to keep an eye on them. Depending on the size of your spinach, you might need more time. Do increments of 1 minute until they are crispy.
Serve in a bowl and happy snacking! I hope you enjoy these baked spinach chips!
How to keep spinach chips from getting soggy?
Make sure the spinach leaves are dry before adding them to the bowl and massaging them with oil. If you’re using organic spinach straight from your garden, you can skip washing them (just give them a quick dusting off), but if you’re using store-bought spinach, it’s best to wash it first.
Dry the spinach completely, patting it dry with towels, or my secret tool is a salad spinner! I like using a salad spinner to dry all my greens and herbs!
How To Store Kale Chips
Spinach chips are best enjoyed fresh, but they will stay crispy for 2-3 days when stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
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Baked Spinach Chips
PrintIngredients
- 5 cups Spinach leaves (equals about half a pound)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Place the spinach leaves in a large bowl. Add olive oil on top of spinach and massage with your hands until all leaves are coated.
- Lay spinach leaves out on parchment paper so they aren't touching each other. Do this until all spinach is gone. Depending on the size of your spinach you might need more than 2 baking sheets.
- In a small bowl add cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper and salt and stir to combine. Sprinkle this seasoning on top of all the spinach leaves.
- Place in oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, watching them carefully so they don't burn. If they aren't crispy after 10 minutes, bake for 1 more minute. Repeat until they are crispy.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool down to touch and enjoy!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
These look great! I SO need to try!!!
Pamela says
Snack away Kayle!
Monet says
Hi Pamela. Not only do I love that you used spinach instead of kale…but also that you used coconut oil! Both of those are new for me, and now I’m super eager to try your recipe. Thank you for sharing!
Pamela says
Coconut oil is new to me too! I’ve only started using it this summer but it’s become a staple now!
Karen (Back Road Journal) says
You are right…you hear about kale chips all the time. Nice to know you can use spinach.
Pamela says
Equally delicious, I think even more so! 🙂
Todd @ HonestlyYUM says
This is definitely a game changer. Why haven’t I done this before?!
Pamela says
Totally! They definitely helped improve my snacking habits at night! 🙂
Gloria @ Simply Gloria says
YOu are so creative, Pamela! These are hands down what I really wan to try! You make them look so tasty and appetizing! (Cz your pics rock!)
Pamela says
Thank you Gloria! 🙂
dixya| food, pleasure, and health says
this is just fantastic. I had been waiting for this post.
Pamela says
Thanks Dixya! 🙂
Archana @ FeedingTheFoodie says
I dont like Kale at all – so thank you for introducing me to these ! I love spinach so much I could give popeye a run for his money! I cant find enough ways to eat spinach.
I like the addition of salsa – how much healthier can this get – not much!
Pamela says
I love your Popeye comment! 🙂 Enjoy these Archana, they are great for spinach lovers!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
Your spinach is so gorgeous! The spinach I buy at the grocery store doesn’t look anything like that!
Monica says
Wow – I need to get spinach that good first, Pamela! Love this idea of spinach chips! I sprinkle cayenne and paprika on everything so this is for me. What a great all-day snack!
Pamela says
Definitely Monica! It’s great for all day snacking, but I’m guilty for eating them in bed. 😛
Pam says
What a great idea! They look tasty & healthy.
Pamela says
They are Pam! Thanks 🙂
Ash-foodfashionparty says
These look so awesome, I would love to top it on my risotto that I’m having now ..
Pamela says
That sounds like a delicious idea! 🙂
Davida @ The Healthy Maven says
Who doesn’t love guilt-free snacking?? I have failed everytime I try to make kale chips but perhaps I will have more luck with spinach chips!
Pamela says
Good luck Davida! Let me know how they turn out. 🙂
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
I’ve always wanted to try kale or spinach chips..then I forget about them. Must try this!
Pamela says
I hope you give it a try Ashley! They just melt in your mouth! It’s hard to stop… but it’s spinach, so keep snacking. 😉
Ashley says
Perfect timing on this post! I have a ridiculous amount of extra spinach in my house right now. I’ve been putting it in lots of smoothies – but I’ve been trying to decide what else to do with it. I love kale chips …. so I’m thinking these are pretty awesome too!
Pamela says
I hear you Ashley, I’m swimming in spinach! This is such a great way to use it up in a snacky way!
Amy @ Elephant Eats says
These look awesome! I tried making kale chips once but was too impatient to spread them out in a single layer without overcrowding, and they never really got crisp 🙁 How long did it take you to bake all of them??
Pamela says
I did 4 cookie sheets full, 2 in the oven at once.. so about 30-40 minutes tops for all of them. They are such a quick, crispy snack!
Jaclyn says
That spinach is gorgeous. I love kale chips, never tried spinach chips though!
Pamela says
I hope you give it a try Jaclyn!
Kumar's Kitchen says
oh yummy,these spinach chips look crisp perfect and super healthy,so well seasoned and bet they will taste scrumptious,loved the idea:-)
Pamela says
Thank you! Isn’t it just the best when you can snack happily and healthy?
Marie @ Little Kitchie says
I’d love these for a snack right about now!
Pamela says
I have a bowl of them, come on over! 🙂
jackie @ Marin mama cooks says
You’re such the inventor girl! I love the idea of spinach chips, I mean why not and why hasn’t anyone thought of it sooner! You’re on a roll here, you could even start selling these! The spinach, like all of your vegetables, looks perfect. 😉 xoxo, Jackie
Pamela says
Thanks Jackie! These chips just melt in your mouth, they totally defeat kale chips in my eyes!
Stephanie says
Wow, I’ve never thought of making them with spinach! I’d love to have a big bowl of these and tell people that I’m eating a salad 😉
Pamela says
That works for me! I can easily finish a big bowl of these!
Shashi @ http://runninsrilankan.com says
What an AWESOME idea! These look GREAT!
Pamela says
Thanks Shashi!
Ashley Bee (Quarter Life Crisis Cuisine) says
SO glad I stumbled upon your blog again! I kept trying to remember the name and forgetting, all I could remember were your fabulous cats! Adding you to my reader now 🙂
And these look great! I’ve made kale chips but I am not a kale fan. I do, however, LOVE spinach. So these are a must-try 🙂
Pamela says
Thanks Ashley Bee! My cats send over a sweet little meow! 🙂 Hope you give these a try!
Stacy | Wicked Good Kitchen says
You have been one busy girl! Wow…these baked spinach chips look awesome. I’m ready to start munching and crunching NOW! I’ve had them before and enjoyed them (even before kale chips…it was a low carb thing), but must try your recipe. Beautiful photos, too. Thanks for sharing, m’lady! P.S. Double-checked and had to re-add you to Bloglovin’. Don’t know what their deal is. But, your feed is now there. Now, I won’t miss your sunshine. Yay! 🙂
Pamela says
Aw thanks Stacy! These are great for munching and crunching, one of my favorite snacks right now!
Laura @ Lauras Baking Talent says
I am totally going to give these a try. I feel like I just get healthier reading your blog with all the different ways to use veggies 🙂
Pamela says
Thanks Laura! Hope you do try them!
Dan from Platter Talk says
These look so good!! I’ve been meaning to try kale chips but I think I might go right to these spinach ones. Thanks for sharing!!
Pamela says
Enjoy Dan! Happy snacking!
Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says
I’ve only made kale chips once or twice but really meant to do it more often. However, I’m changing that to instead make these! I love spinach, from the bottom of my heart. It is my friend, my love and will be excellent in chip form!
Pamela says
If you’re a spinach lover, these will melt in your mouth and heart! <3
Kelly @ hidden fruits and veggies says
I am SO excited about spinach chips! I made kale chips last friday for the first time and Josh was not even the slightest bit interested. He loves spinach, so I know this would be a hit!
Pamela says
Awesome, let me know how you both like them Kelly!
Alla says
That looks excellent! I’ve been very intrigued by kale chips, but for whatever strange and sad reason kale is just NOT my friend… I eat everything, but I just don’t like kale. So this is perfect! Will be trying it!
Pamela says
Enjoy Alla! They are a real treat!
veganmiam.com says
I’ve been dying to make baked kale chips, or raw kale chips, but I’ve never got to that point. But these baked spinach chips, that sound so cool!
Pamela says
They are super delicious, practically melt in your mouth! I hope you make them. 🙂
Anne ~ Uni Homemaker says
Those spinach are absolutely gorgeous! And the chip idea is brilliant! I think I prefer these over kale any day. Looks delicious Pamela! 🙂
Pamela says
Thanks Anne! I was amazed by how much more I loved these than kale chips!