Kale chips, crispy, easy to make, and so addictive! Only 6 ingredients required, this healthy snack is delicious, affordable, and perfect to eat on the go.
Have you ever tried kale chips? They’re a super tasty, simple, and easy snack that you can take anywhere you go. It's super crispy, satisfying, and a delicious way of incorporating more leafy greens into your diet.
Besides, kale is one of the healthiest foods you'll find. It's considered a superfood and it's high in fiber, calcium, iron, and vitamins A, C, and K. In addition, it's an amazing antioxidant, so you really should give this recipe a try!
As always, I prefer to make my own food at home, especially when it comes to snacks; the store-bought ones usually contain lots of additives and preservatives, and if not, they are super expensive.
Kale chips, a delicious, affordable, and super healthy snack. It's perfect to eat on the go and to make it you only need 6 simple ingredients that you can easily find at any grocery store!
Looking to spice up your snack game? Try out some of my favorite vegan treats like Vegan Popcorn, Spiced Nuts, and Baked Chips. They're tasty, wholesome, and sure to satisfy your cravings!
Kale chips recipe - Short video
How to make kale chips - Step by step
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF or 180ºC.
- Wash the kale (photo 1) and make sure to dry the leaves thoroughly (photo 2). Tear into small pieces and discard any large stems (photo 3).
- Add the kale leaves (photo 4) and all the remaining ingredients (photo 5) to a large mixing bowl and massage until the leaves are completely coated (foto 6).
- Place the kale leaves onto 2 lined baking sheets (photo 7) and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the kale chips are crispy (photo 8).
- Serve immediately.
Pro tips
- Feel free to use any type of oil.
- If you're oil-free, add some lemon juice or water instead, or tahini (or any other kind of nut or seed butter) diluted with some water.
- You can omit, change, or replace any of the spices.
Are kale chips healthy?
Of course! In fact, kale chips are one of the healthiest snacks you'll ever have, especially if you make them yourself. Kale is a superfood, so it's high in nutrients, vitamins, and antioxidants.
Can kale chips be stored?
Although kale chips are best when fresh, you can store the leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 to 3 days. I suggest you keep them in a sealed bag so you can easily take them wherever you go!
How to eat kale chips
This snack is perfect to eat on the go; however, it can also be served as an appetizer at home. You can sprinkle some nutritional yeast or vegan Parmesan cheese on top of your chips, or dip them in some vegan ranch dressing.
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Kale Chips
Ingredients
- 8 oz curly kale
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF or 180ºC.
- Wash the kale and make sure to dry the leaves thoroughly. Tear into small pieces and discard any large stems.
- Add the kale leaves and all the remaining ingredients to a large mixing bowl and massage until the leaves are completely coated.
- Place the kale leaves onto 2 lined baking sheets and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the kale chips are crispy. I baked one sheet first and then the other one, but that's up to you.
- Serve immediately, sprinkle some nutritional yeast or vegan Parmesan cheese on top of your chips, or dip them in some vegan ranch dressing.
- Kale chips are best when fresh, but you can store the leftovers in a sealed container at room temperature for 2 to 3 days.
Notes
- Feel free to use any type of oil.
- If you're oil-free, add some lemon juice or water instead, or tahini (or any other kind of nut or seed butter) diluted with some water.
- You can omit, change, or replace any of the spices.
Nutrition
Update Notes: This post was originally published in January of 2018, but was republished with new photos, step-by-step instructions, and tips in December of 2020.
Rosa Maria Debroy says
Hi. Could I use frozen kale leaves? How would the baking time/ temperature change?
Iosune Robles says
I haven't tried it myself but I think it would work with frozen kale leaves 🙂 Maybe baking time changes but I'm not sure about it!
Cal says
Kale is tasty by itself. Rinse, shake, tear, place on a Topchip Rack and microwave for 3 minutes. Simple. Crispy treat!
Iosune Robles says
Thanks for the tip 🙂 Have a nice day!
Regina says
I am going to buy kale this weekend and make this recipe. Appreciate the few ingredients ans few steps. My sis has made them before and they were delish!
Iosune says
Hi Regina! Hope you like it 🙂 Have a nice day!