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    Home » Recipes » Keto Appetizers

    Keto Cheese Chips

    Published: Jan 16, 2023 · Modified: Dec 17, 2024 by Dane & Becky · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    With only two ingredients you can make Keto Cheese Chips that are perfectly crunchy, with a bit of heat, in just 15 minutes. They are exactly what you need to scoop up some delicious low-carb dips.

    a plate of keto cheese chips with a hand dipping one chip into a cup of marinara sauce

    Delicious with all kinds of dips. One thing that we really love about Keto eating is the number of delicious dips and sauces that can be created and enjoyed when you're eating a low-carb, high-fat diet, such as a cold spinach dip and Queso Dip.

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    • Ingredients and substitutions
    • How to make keto cheese chips
    • Best tips
    • FAQ
    • Storage instructions
    • Serving suggestions
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    Why you'll love this recipe

    • So Incredibly Simple to Make - Keto Cheese Chips are on their way to being your go-to keto chip recipe. This is because this recipe is so simple.
    • Just Two Ingredients - This may be one of the simplest recipes you ever see. With just two ingredients, cheddar cheese, and cayenne pepper, you are on your way to a delicious, crunchy snack.
    • Cheaper to Make Yourself - You can buy at the grocery store, but those crunchy snacks (such as Whisps) are expensive! Making your own homemade is much more economical.

    For another cheesy appetizer, try our keto mozzarella sticks.

    Ingredients and substitutions

    Ingredients needed to make keto cheese chips in individual bowls.

    Shredded Cheddar Cheese - Shred your own from block cheese to avoid any additives that might be in bagged cheese. Shredded parmesan, provolone, mozzarella, pepper jack, Colby, and Gouda also makes delicious cheese chips.

    Cayenne Pepper - These photos show us using cayenne to flavor the cheese chips to give them a nacho flavor, but you can use any type of seasoning you like to season your low-carb chips.

    Some of our favorite seasonings are smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, ranch seasoning, cajun seasoning, taco seasoning, and chili powder.

    If you have any questions about the ingredients in this recipe, please leave a comment below and we will get back to you.

    For another easy keto snack, make our sweet and salty keto candied pecans.

    How to make keto cheese chips

    A hand making a pile of shredded cheddar cheese on a parchment lined baking sheet.

    Step 1: While your oven is pre-heating, add shredded cheese in small heaps on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave space in between so they don't melt together.

    A hand sprinkling cayenne pepper on small piles of shredded cheddar cheese.

    Step 2: Sprinkle cayenne pepper (or preferred seasoning) on top of each pile.

    Six piles of shredded cheddar cheese with cayenne seasoning on a parchment lined baking sheet.

    Step 3: Bake as directed in the recipe, checking part way through to avoid burning.

    Eight fully baked keto cheese chips on a parchment lined baking sheet.

    Step 4: Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

    For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, please see the printable recipe card below.

    If you love crunchy snacks, make our keto tortilla chips or keto crackers next.

    Best tips

    The trick to making perfect keto cheese chips is to pull them from the oven just before they start to burn. If you don't cook them long enough, they won't be crispy, they'll just be melted cheese. If you cook them too long, they'll blacken and won't be tasty.

    Watch while they are baking. After 5 minutes, start checking on them every minute or two. They will be golden brown on the edges when ready.

    The number of chips you can make with this recipe will depend on how big you make the piles of cheese. You can make 32 chips if you use two cups of cheese and make each pile 1 tablespoon each.

    FAQ

    Which cheese makes the best cheese chips?

    We find that the harder the cheese (less moisture), the crispier the cheese chip. So a longer aged cheddar or parmesan make the best chips.

    a round white plate of baked cheese chips with a cup of marinara sauce

    Storage instructions

    If you do have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Warm them up a bit and let them cool before eating to revive their crunchy texture.

    Serving suggestions

    These chips are so versatile. Serve with dips, crumble on top of salads and soups. Add them to a keto charcuterie board. Here are a few of our favorite recipes that pair so well:

    • keto buffalo dip in a white bowl topped with blue cheese and onions
      Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip
    • a hand dipping a tortilla chip into 4 ingredient guacamole
      4 Ingredient Guacamole Recipe
    • Taco salad in a bowl with chopped tomatoes, sliced red onion, diced avocado, cooked ground beef, shredded cheese and a dollop of sour cream.
      Keto Taco Salad
    • a side view of keto taco soup in a white bowl, topped with avocado and salsa
      Keto Taco Soup with Ground Beef

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    a plate of keto cheese chips with a hand dipping one chip into a cup of marinara sauce

    Keto Cheese Chips

    Dane & Becky
    With only two ingredients you can make Keto Cheese Chips that are perfectly crunchy, with a bit of heat, in just 20 minutes. They are exactly what you need to scoop up some delicious low-carb dips.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Appetizers
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3 Servings
    Calories 83 kcal

    Equipment

    • Rimmed Baking Sheet

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper black pepper, paprika, curry powder, or your seasoning of choice
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
    • Add shredded cheese in small heaps on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure to leave enough room in between them so they aren’t touching.
    • Sprinkle seasoning on top and bake for 7-10 minutes, checking after 5 minutes for doneness.
    • Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
    • Allow cooling completely on a cooling rack before enjoying.

    Notes

    • Use any cheese you like in this recipe. Some of our favorites are cheddar, parmesan, provolone, mozzarella, pepper jack, colby, and gouda.
    • Just like the cheese, you can use any seasoning you like. Some of our favorite seasonings are smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, ranch seasoning, cajun seasoning, taco seasoning, and chili powder.
    • The number of chips you can make with this recipe will depend on how big you make the piles of cheese. You can make 32 Keto Cheese Chips if you use two cups of cheese and make each pile 1 tablespoon each.
    • The trick to making perfect keto cheese chips is to pull them from the oven just before they start to burn. If you don't cook them long enough, they won't be crispy, they'll just be melted cheese. If you cook them too long, they'll blacken and won't be tasty.
    • Storage Tips: If you do have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Warm them up a bit and let them cool before eating to revive their crunchy texture.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Calories: 83kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 251mgFiber: 1g
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    1. marcia

      December 12, 2021 at 11:48 am

      This is my go to recipe when I want to make a batch of cheese chips. It comes out perfectly every time, and we love the little bit of cayenne spice!

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