Transform your snack game with these crispy baked sweet potato chips. Perfectly seasoned and baked to perfection, they offer a healthier alternative to traditional potato chips. Enjoy them as a side dish, a snack, or even a party appetizer.
Sweet potatoes are the star of this recipe, and while they are commonly found in most supermarkets, you might need to look for them in the produce section. Olive oil, salt, and pepper are pantry staples, so you likely already have them at home. If not, they are easily available in any grocery store.
Ingredients for Baked Sweet Potato Chips Recipe
Sweet potatoes: The main ingredient, providing natural sweetness and a satisfying crunch when baked.
Olive oil: Helps in crisping up the sweet potato slices and adds a subtle flavor.
Salt: Enhances the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes and balances the flavors.
Pepper: Adds a hint of spice and depth to the chips.
Technique Tip for This Recipe
To achieve perfectly crispy sweet potato chips, ensure that the slices are uniformly thin. Using a mandoline slicer can help maintain consistent thickness, which promotes even baking. Additionally, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet; this allows hot air to circulate around each slice, ensuring they crisp up rather than steam.
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Alternative Ingredients
sweet potatoes - Substitute with butternut squash: Butternut squash has a similar sweetness and texture when baked, making it a great alternative for chips.
sweet potatoes - Substitute with carrots: Carrots can be sliced thinly and baked to achieve a similar crispy texture, with a slightly different but pleasant flavor.
olive oil - Substitute with avocado oil: Avocado oil has a high smoke point and a neutral flavor, making it a suitable replacement for olive oil in baking.
olive oil - Substitute with coconut oil: Coconut oil can provide a slightly sweet and tropical flavor, and it also has a high smoke point suitable for baking.
salt - Substitute with sea salt: Sea salt can be used in the same quantity and provides a similar salty flavor with potentially more minerals.
salt - Substitute with kosher salt: Kosher salt has larger flakes and a purer taste, making it a good alternative for seasoning.
pepper - Substitute with cayenne pepper: Cayenne pepper adds a bit of heat and spice, offering a different but exciting flavor profile.
pepper - Substitute with paprika: Paprika provides a mild, sweet flavor and a vibrant color, making it a good alternative to black pepper.
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How to Store or Freeze Your Chips
Allow the sweet potato chips to cool completely before storing. This helps prevent condensation, which can make them soggy.
Place the cooled chips in an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag. If you have a vacuum sealer, even better! Removing as much air as possible will keep them crisp longer.
Store the container or bag in a cool, dry place, such as a pantry or cupboard. Avoid storing them in the refrigerator, as the moisture can affect their texture.
If you want to freeze the sweet potato chips, arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet and place them in the freezer for about an hour. This prevents them from sticking together.
Once the chips are frozen, transfer them to a resealable freezer bag or an airtight container. Label the container with the date to keep track of their freshness.
When you're ready to enjoy the frozen chips, let them thaw at room temperature for a few minutes. For extra crispiness, you can reheat them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes.
If you notice any loss of crispness after storing, you can always pop them back in the oven for a few minutes to revive their crunch.
How to Reheat Leftovers
Oven Method: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the baked sweet potato chips in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for about 5-10 minutes, or until they are crispy again. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Air Fryer Method: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the chips in the basket in a single layer. Heat for about 3-5 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even reheating.
Microwave Method: Place the sweet potato chips on a microwave-safe plate lined with a paper towel. Microwave on high for 30-second intervals until they reach your desired crispiness. Note that this method may not retain as much crispiness as the oven or air fryer.
Skillet Method: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chips in a single layer and heat for 2-3 minutes, flipping occasionally until they are warmed through and crispy.
Best Tools for This Recipe
Oven: used to bake the sweet potato chips at the required temperature of 400°f (200°c)
Knife: essential for slicing the sweet potatoes thinly
Cutting board: provides a stable surface for slicing the sweet potatoes
Mixing bowl: used to toss the sweet potato slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper
Measuring spoons: necessary for measuring out the olive oil, salt, and pepper accurately
Baking sheet: where the sweet potato slices are arranged for baking
Parchment paper: lines the baking sheet to prevent the sweet potato slices from sticking
Spatula: useful for flipping the sweet potato slices halfway through baking
How to Save Time on This Recipe
Use a mandoline: Slice the sweet potatoes quickly and evenly with a mandoline to save time and ensure uniform cooking.
Preheat the oven: Start preheating the oven before you begin slicing to reduce waiting time.
Batch processing: Toss all slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper in one go to streamline the process.
Use parchment paper: Line the baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and quicker turnaround.
Baked Sweet Potato Chips
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium Sweet potatoes sliced thinly
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice sweet potatoes thinly.
- Toss slices in a bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
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