Crispy Kale Chips Oven (Print Version)

Light, crunchy kale baked to a perfect crisp with savory seasoning for a healthy snack option.

# What You'll Need:

→ Kale

01 - 1 large bunch curly kale (about 7 oz)

→ Seasoning

02 - 1½ tablespoons olive oil
03 - ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
04 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
06 - ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Set the oven to 300°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Thoroughly wash the kale, dry completely using a salad spinner or towels, remove thick stems, and tear leaves into bite-size pieces.
03 - Place kale pieces in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika if desired. Massage seasonings thoroughly into the leaves until evenly coated.
04 - Spread kale in a single layer on the prepared sheets without overcrowding to ensure crispness.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, rotating trays halfway through until edges are crisp but not browned.
06 - Let the kale chips cool for several minutes to reach optimal crunchiness before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Light and crunchy
  • Healthy and vegan
02 -
  • For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of nutritional yeast or Parmesan cheese (for non-vegan option) before baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days if they lose crispness briefly re-crisp in the oven.
03 -
  • Avoid washing kale just before baking if possible; thoroughly dry to prevent sogginess.
  • Massage the seasoning into the leaves thoroughly for crispy evenly flavored chips.
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