UNREAL SNACK

CRISPY BITE-SIZE BAKED KALE CHIPS

HEALTHY SNACKING

Skip the store-bought packages of kale chips, and whip up your own at home with this quick recipe for kale chips baked in the oven.

snack that kids love too

My kids absolutely love these kale chips and will happily eat bowl after bowl of them. So if you’re looking to switch up their veggie straw/pretzel snacks, try these kale chips for them!

INGREDIENTS

KALE OLIVE OIL SALT .... THAT'S IT!

HOW TO MAKE

1. Wash and dry bite size kale pieces. IMPORTANT: After you wash the kale leaves, make sure they’re thoroughly dry. A salad spinner works wonders here – the drier the leaves, the crispier your chips will be.

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2.  Place kale on baking sheet, and then drizzle with olive oil. Toss them gently to ensure each leaf is coated in the oil.

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3. Sprinkle salt evenly over the kale. 

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4. Pop your baking sheet into the preheated oven and let the kale chips bake. You’ll want to keep a close eye on them, as they can go from perfectly crispy to slightly burnt in a matter of minutes.

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5. Once they’re done, take them out of the oven and let them cool slightly. The kale chips will continue to crisp up as they cool.

looking for flavor ideas? seasoning idea 1

Cheesy Kale Chips: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast over the kale leaves before baking to give them a cheesy flavor.

seasoning idea 2

Everything Bagel Kale Chips: Sprinkle a mixture of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, and a bit of salt over the kale for a taste reminiscent of an everything bagel.

seasoning idea 3

Sesame Ginger Kale Chips: Combine sesame oil, soy sauce, and grated ginger for an Asian-inspired flavor. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the kale before baking for added crunch.