Baked Corn Tortilla Chips (Oil-Free)
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These corn chips are so easy to make, and customizable with flavors! Keep them simple with lime and salt or add your favorite spices.
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). He loves these baked tortilla chips dipped in my homemade guacamole!
Ingredients
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! All you need is:
- Corn tortillas – not only are most of these naturally gluten-free (make sure to check the label if needed), but they produce the right crunch. Flour tortillas are not recommended.
- Lime juice – freshly squeezing your own lime juice from fresh limes is the only way to go for the best flavor.
- Sea salt – adjust the amount of salt to your taste preferences.
How to Make Homemade Baked Tortilla Chips
Making homemade tortilla chips is easier than you think! Just a few simple steps and ingredients:
- Cut the tortillas into triangles. I like to use a pizza cutter to make it super easy, but a sharp knife also works.
- Arrange the tortilla wedges on baking sheets in a single layer and use a pastry brush to coat with lime and sprinkle with salt.
- Line the sheets with parchment paper to make them extra crispy, and for easier cleanup!
- Bake!
You can also make thinner tortilla strips to use as a salad topping or to give some texture to wraps and sandwiches.
Flavor Ideas
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 or cayenne, 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
Dips for Tortilla Chips
The question is, what can you NOT dip these oil free tortilla chips in?! Here are a few of our favorite dips to get you started:
- Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
- White Mexican Queso
- Ultimate Cheese Sauce
- Vegan Nacho Cheese
- Easy Pineapple Salsa
- Greek Hummus
How to Store Oil Free 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!
- The chips are best fresh, but can safely be stored at room temperature for up to 5-7 days.
Common Questions
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?
They should last about 5-7 days. Note that 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!
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!
Baked Corn Tortilla Chips (Oil-Free)
Make your own baked corn tortilla chips at home! These are crunchy and perfect for dips and salsa. They even happen to be oil-free!
Servings: 4
Calories: 114kcal
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.
Nutrition
Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 153mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg
