Crispy Sweet Potato Chips
A quick and easy homemade snack featuring thinly sliced sweet potatoes baked to golden crispness with a hint of smoky paprika and sea salt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1 lb / 450 g), firm with smooth skin
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or olive oil as a substitute)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, fine or flaky (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional but recommended)
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional seasonings: ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, a pinch of cayenne pepper, or cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Wash and dry your sweet potatoes thoroughly. Peel if preferred, but leaving the skin on adds extra fiber and texture.
- Slice the sweet potatoes using a mandoline on the thinnest setting, about 1/16 inch (1.5 mm). If slicing by hand, aim for uniform thinness.
- Transfer slices to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of avocado oil and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle sea salt, smoked paprika, black pepper, and any optional seasonings over the slices. Toss again to distribute seasonings uniformly.
- Arrange the slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap. Use two sheets or bake in batches if needed.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then flip each chip carefully with tongs or a spatula. Continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning. Chips should be golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from oven and transfer chips to a cooling rack immediately to maintain crispness. Let cool completely to crisp up further.
- Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container once completely cooled.
Notes
Use a mandoline slicer for uniform thin slices to ensure crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to prevent soggy chips. Flip chips halfway through baking for even crisping. Let chips cool completely on a rack to maintain crunch. If chips are soft after baking, reheat in oven for 2-3 minutes at 375°F. Air fryer method: cook at 375°F for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 ounce (28 gr
- Calories: 140
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 19
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 1
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