No crackers? No flour? No problem! These one-ingredient Cheese Crisps are here to save the day in a tasty way.
Sometimes, the craving for cheese is so intense that Cheetos or Doritos simply don’t cut it. You need cheesy goodness straight from the brick of cheese sitting in your refrigerator. When cheese cravings strike me, I’m typically content to just cut a few slices of cheese, slice up an apple, and pull out the crackers for a little homemade “Lunchable” action, but when I’m trying to eat low-carb, crackers are a no-fly zone.
Lots of keto cracker-type snacks exist on grocery store shelves to solve this problem, but why go to the store if you don’t have to? In my opinion, the tastiest type of keto cracker can easily be made at home. I’m talking about cheese crisps. Making cheese crisps from scratch is super easy. These cheddar cheese crisps are made with only one ingredient: cheese. You don’t even have to use cheddar! You can use whatever shreddable, solid (in other words, not soft and creamy) cheese you fancy. Parmesan? Awesome. Asiago? Fun. Pepper Jack? Inspirational. Whatever cheese you choose, these crisps are delicious, and they’re excellent cracker replacements!
Are These Cheese Crisps Healthy?
The healthiness of this cheese crisp recipe depends on your dietary preferences and nutritional needs. The sole ingredient, cheddar cheese, is an excellent source of protein and calcium, but it is high in saturated fat and sodium. Much like cheese itself, cheese crisps can be part of a healthy diet when eaten in moderation. Since these are low-carb, they make a pretty great snack for keto diets! They’re also suitable for vegetarians and are gluten-free.
The Many Ways To Use Cheese Crisps
I think cheese crisps are great as cracker replacements, but truthfully, there are tons of ways to use your cheese crisps! Try adding them to your salads as crunchy salad toppers. You can also put them on sandwiches for a bite of texture instead of potato chips (I can’t be the only one who adds potato chips to sandwiches, right?). If I have these around, and I’m not eating keto, I like to add them to baked potatoes along with bacon bits. Take them along on hikes, backpacking trips, or wherever else you’d need some protein and fat without refrigeration.
Here’s a secret: you can make your cheese crisps into tiny pepperoni pizzas by adding a slice of pepperoni on top of each pile of cheese before you put the pan in the oven. Add half of a grape tomato or a half teaspoon of pizza sauce to each crisp when they come out of the oven, and voilà, you have tiny pizzas!
How Do I Store Leftovers?
To store your homemade cheese crisps, place them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 1 week. For longer storage, cheese crisps can be frozen for up to 6 months. Just make sure to use a freezer-safe container or ziplock bag.
Serving Suggestions
Cheese crisps are so fun and versatile that they go well with many dishes. For a snack tray for a party or barbecue, I like to serve these as a keto option alongside crackers, fresh veggies, and dips like this Cucumber Dip or a Healthy Spinach Dip. I also love them crumbled on soups! Try them on top of Baked Potato Soup, Meatball Soup, or Sausage Potato Soup. Or, you know, just grab a few to snack on when the deep cheese craving descends upon you. They’re crispy, highly snackable, and very satisfying on their own!
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place heaping tablespoon-sized mounds of shredded cheddar cheese on the prepared baking sheet, spaced a few inches apart. Flatten each mound slightly, so there isn't a thicker heap in the middle.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-9 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
- Allow the cheese crisps to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a plate or a container.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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