Description
Cheese Pickle Chips are a simple and delicious snack made with just two main ingredients: shredded cheddar cheese and thinly sliced pickles. Baked until crispy and golden brown, these savory chips are perfect for a quick appetizer or a low-carb treat. Optional seasonings like dried dill or everything bagel seasoning add extra flavor to this easy-to-make recipe.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- ¾ – 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or any other meltable cheese, shredded from a block preferably)
- 1-3 pickles (any kind), thinly sliced (approximately 20 slices fit on a large cookie sheet)
Optional Seasonings
- Dried dill
- Italian seasoning
- Everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet (about 13×17 inches) or two smaller sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Pickles: Use paper towels to blot and absorb as much liquid as possible from the thinly sliced pickles. This helps keep the chips crispy after baking.
- Arrange Pickles: Place the pickle slices on the baking sheet spaced a couple of inches apart to allow room for the cheese to melt and crisp properly.
- Add Cheese: Take 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of shredded cheese and bunch it together with your hand into a small ball. Place this cheese ball on top of each pickle slice. It’s okay if a few pieces fall off.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle optional dried herbs or everything bagel seasoning on top of the cheese-covered pickles to add extra flavor.
- Bake: Bake the arranged pickle cheese chips in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes. Watch carefully during the last two minutes to ensure the edges turn golden brown but do not burn.
- Cool and Crisp: Once baked, remove from the oven, sprinkle any additional seasonings or dried herbs desired, and let the chips cool on the baking sheet to become crispy.
- Serve: After cooling, carefully remove the chips from the parchment paper and enjoy. If they are not crispy enough, return them to the oven for an additional 1-2 minutes, monitoring closely to prevent burning.
Notes
- Nutrition facts are estimated based on a serving size of 5 cheese crisps; actual values may vary depending on cheese type and amounts used.
- Store leftover chips in the refrigerator. Reheat them in the oven for 2-3 minutes to restore crispiness, as they tend to lose their crunch when cooled.
- Use paper towels to absorb extra grease after baking if desired.
- Shredding cheese from a block is preferred over pre-shredded cheese for better melting and texture.
