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    Home ▸ Vegan Snacks

    Oil-Free Baked Corn Tortilla Chips

    Last modified: September 28, 2020. Originally posted: September 27, 2019 By Sophia DeSantis

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    You will not believe the crunchy results in these oil-free baked corn tortilla chips! So easy to make, and customizable with flavors! #vegansnacks #oilfreevegan
    You will not believe the crunchy results in these oil-free baked corn tortilla chips! So easy to make, and customizable with flavors! #vegansnacks #oilfreevegan

    You will not believe the crunchy results in these oil-free baked corn tortilla chips! So easy to make, and customizable with flavors!

    Black plate with baked tortilla chips and small bowl of guacamole

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    I knew I could come up with some good homemade tortillas chips from scratch, but I didn't know the end result could be better than store bought (my husband's words, not mine).

    Baked Tortilla Chips

    We are tortilla chip lovers. It's a sad day when you can't find a bag in our pantry. And when we choose tortilla chips, it's always the plain kind with few ingredients. So when someone asked me to come up with a homemade version, I scoffed at the idea.

    Until I made them. And now, I'm going to have to work out a tortilla chip making moment in each and every day because these are just that good!

    What are the healthiest tortilla chips?

    There is definitely a difference when it comes to tortilla chips. And figuring it out is as simple as looking at the ingredients. We generally opt for the simple plain ones, few ingredients, usually corn, lime, salt and oil. These are not necessarily what I would call unhealthy.

    It's when you get into the long list of things in the chips where we cross the line from a generally good snack when paired with fresh salsa or nutrient rich avocado, to full of crappy ingredients. So always turn that bag around and read!

    However, if you want the uber of all healthy tortilla chips, make your own. These baked corn tortilla chips are even made without oil!

    Parchment lined cookie sheet with bakes corn tortilla chips, salsa and guacamole

    Are tortilla chips healthier than potato chips?

    Whether or not something is healthy, has 100% to do with how it is made. Potatoes are a great vegetable, with many nutritious qualities. Now if they are fried in oil though, that isn't exactly the most healthy way to eat them (but I love me a good french fry!).

    So if you are making potato chips baked like I make these homemade tortillas chips, then they are just as great. Bottom line, read the ingredients!

    How long do fresh tortilla chips last?

    In this house, they lasted all of about 5 minutes. But if let's say, you had an emergency and had to leave the chips, then once they are completely cool and dry, store them in an airtight container. They should last about 5-7 days.

    They will slowly get more stale as the days go on, but they are safe to eat. However I highly doubt you will have leftovers!

    How do you store leftover tortilla chips?

    It's moisture and air that kills the initial yumminess of homemade tortillas chips. So first, make sure they are completely cool. Then, make sure they are dry. After that, store them in an airtight container to maintain the best freshness!

    How to Make Baked Corn Tortilla Chips

    Making homemade tortilla chips is easier than you think! Just a few simple steps and ingredients:

    1. Cut the tortillas into triangles. I like to use a pizza cutter to make it super easy. Pizza cutter on a wooden table next to pieces of corn tortillas
    2. Brush with lime and sprinkle with salt. Pastry brush brushing triangles of corn tortillas with lime juice
    3. Bake! Bakes corn tortilla chips on a parchment lined cookie sheet

    You can also make thinner tortilla strips to use as a salad topping or to give some texture to wraps and sandwiches.

    Ideas to switch up the flavor:

    I love adding spices and seasonings to change these baked corn tortilla chips up! Here are some of our favorites:

    • Ranch- parsley, garlic powder, minced onion, onion powder, dill, black pepper, ground mustard
    • Italian- fennel seed, basil, oregano, thyme, lemon pepper, garlic powder, crushed red pepper
    • Smoky BBQ- smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, touch of maple or sugar
    • Taco- cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, oregano
    • Greek- oregano, dill, garlic powder
    • Lemon- lemon pepper
    • Spicy- hot sauce, chipotle powder, garlic powder, lemon pepper
    • Asian- soy sauce or teriyaki, garlic powder, ground ginger
    • Indian- curry powder, turmeric, garlic powder
    • Churro- cinnamon, sugar, maple syrup
    • Taste of fall- pumpkin spice, sugar, maple syrup

    What can I dip these chips in?

    The question really should read, what can I NOT dip these chips in! I'm going to link a few of my favorites, but there are so many more!

    • Fresh Mexican Salsa
    • Roasted salsa from my cookbook
    • Spicy Cilantro Cream Sauce
    • Fresh Citrus Salsa
    • Fully Loaded Guacamole
    • Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
    • White Mexican Queso
    • Ultimate Cheese Sauce
    • Vegan Nacho Cheese
    • Easy Pineapple Salsa

    Hand dipping a baked tortilla chip into a small bowl of guacamole

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    Black plate with baked tortilla chips and small bowl of guacamole

    Oil- Free Baked Corn Tortilla Chips

    Sophia DeSantis
    You will not believe the crunchy results in these oil-free baked corn tortilla chips! So easy to make, and customizable with flavors!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 16 mins
    Total Time 21 mins
    Course 30 Minutes or Less, Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 4
    Calories 114 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 8 corn tortillas
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • ¼ - ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • Optional spices to add flavor (see post for ideas)

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400 F/ 205 C
    • Cut the tortillas into 6 equal pieces, I like to use a pizza cutter to make it easy. If you want to make tortilla strips, then cut them into longer thin pieces.
    • Place the pieces on a parchment lined cookie sheet.
    • Brush the top side of the tortilla pieces with the lime juice. You just need a light coating.
    • Sprinkle half of the salt over the top, evenly spreading it out.
    • Flip over and brush the other side. Sprinkle the rest of the salt over the top.
    • Bake for 16-17 minutes or until they are crispy and just starting to brown.
    • Serve with anything and everything!

    Notes

    • Using a good quality corn tortilla is important for the best end result.
    • Add more lime juice if you want a stronger lime flavor.
    • You can adjust the salt for how you like it.
    • Parchment helps crisp the chips without the need for oil.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 114kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 153mgPotassium: 97mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg

    Nutrition and metric information should be considered an estimate.

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    1. Shira Isenberg

      August 10, 2021 at 12:01 pm

      I love this recipe! Every time we have extra corn tortillas in the fridge that are about to go bad, I make these as a healthy snack. I just found four bags of tortillas in the fridge, so we'll have plenty of chips! So easy and so much healthier than the chips from the store.

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      • veggiesdontbite

        August 17, 2021 at 4:01 pm

        Great idea! So happy you like it!

        Reply
    2. Angie

      February 12, 2021 at 12:08 pm

      So I followed this exactly yet mine were either chewy in the middle or just burnt 🤔 if I left them any longer. Any ideas or thoughts?

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      • veggiesdontbite

        February 14, 2021 at 12:43 pm

        Hi Angie! I have made these hundreds of times and never had this issue. It may have been your tortillas. Perhaps they had too much moisture or maybe it was the brand. Or it could have been a different in your oven. Did you use the parchment paper? I can't say exactly since I wasn't there and don't know what brand you used. The tortillas should be dry, then you brush a very light coating of lime juice. You could try lowering your temp, since ovens do vary.

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    3. Laurie Huffner

      February 08, 2021 at 9:03 am

      Will you get similar results with flour tortillas?

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      • veggiesdontbite

        February 08, 2021 at 8:19 pm

        Hi Laurie! I haven't tried it with flour but I think it would be similar. Just watch the bake time. Let me know if you try!

        Reply
    4. catherine portia kinchens

      January 18, 2021 at 9:03 am

      I haven't tried the recipe yet. My question is how many serving is this recipe. So that I can know how many calories per serving.

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      • veggiesdontbite

        January 19, 2021 at 1:21 pm

        Hi Catherine! You use 8 tortillas in this recipe and it's 4 servings, so each serving is 2 tortillas. I say to cut each into 6 pieces so if you follow that it's 12 chips. Hope you enjoy!

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    5. Cindy

      December 26, 2020 at 9:06 am

      OMG just made these, soooo much better than them bought ones. Can't stop eating them.

      Thanks

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        December 27, 2020 at 1:42 pm

        So happy to hear you liked them Cindy! Thank you so much for the great review!

        Reply
    6. Phillys

      September 17, 2020 at 4:47 pm

      Thank you so much for this great idea. I did not want the lime taste, so I used water. It cooked out and left crispness in its wake. I think could be life changing. LOL I have been trying for YEARS to get these results!

      Reply
      • Phillys

        September 17, 2020 at 4:49 pm

        Oops! I think this THIS could be life changing.

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      • veggiesdontbite

        September 17, 2020 at 8:49 pm

        You are SO welcome!!! Glad you liked them!

        Reply
    7. Melanie Owens

      September 15, 2020 at 9:16 am

      Very quick and easy to make. Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        September 17, 2020 at 3:58 pm

        I'm so happy you liked them!! Thanks for the great review!

        Reply
    8. Donna pope

      August 31, 2020 at 3:18 pm

      The tortillas you buy in the store have oil in them, so they are NOT oil free!!!

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        August 31, 2020 at 7:56 pm

        Hi Donna, perhaps the ones you buy have oil but the ones I buy do not. So it depends on what you buy. Many of the corn tortillas I see are oil free.

        Reply
        • cheri

          December 13, 2020 at 5:37 am

          What brand do you buy

        • veggiesdontbite

          December 14, 2020 at 12:47 pm

          I use the Mi Rancho brand much of the time!

    9. Stephanie

      May 07, 2020 at 11:31 am

      These are so good! What's the best way to store them?

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        May 09, 2020 at 7:14 pm

        Hi Stephanie!! Yay! So happy you like them. I'd say an air tight container. I don't usually have leftovers!

        Reply
    10. Judy Morris

      February 02, 2020 at 11:24 am

      I finally decided to tackle oil free tortilla chips...your step by step was really helpful...I like them crispy so I used the full 19 minutes. Having to separate into single serving sizes...one half serving gone...had to sample at different cooking times, of course! They are tasty...taking mine to a superbowl party tonight!

      Reply
      • veggiesdontbite

        February 03, 2020 at 10:01 am

        So happy you liked them Judy! They go fast in our house too!

        Reply

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