Healthy Baked Kale Chips

You need to try this low calorie, addicting snack! So flavorful and so good for you, this healthy baked kale will be well loved by all!

Servings

Calories 87kcal

Author Sara

Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
Wash the kale thoroughly and dry. Tear the leaves off of the "ribs" of the kale into bite size pieces and lay them out on a baking sheet.
Toss the leaves with about 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, and a sprinkling of sea salt.
Bake the leaves until crisp, turning halfway through, about 20 minutes.
Let them crisp well, but be careful not to let them burn. Once they are done, take the baking sheet out of the oven and let them cool.

Proper Kale Preparation: Ensure the kale leaves are thoroughly washed and dried before baking to prevent the chips from becoming soggy. Use a salad spinner or pat the leaves dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture. Moisture can hinder the crisping process and result in chewy rather than crispy kale chips.
Even Coating and Seasoning: Toss the kale leaves with the olive oil, minced garlic, and sea salt until they are evenly coated. This ensures that each chip is seasoned properly and achieves a uniform level of crispiness during baking. For added flavor, consider incorporating additional seasonings such as smoked paprika, nutritional yeast, or Parmesan cheese.
Monitoring and Adjusting Baking Time: Keep a close eye on the kale chips while they are baking to prevent them from burning. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through the baking time to ensure even crisping. Depending on your oven and the thickness of the kale leaves, baking times may vary, so start checking for doneness around the 15-minute mark. The chips are ready when they are crispy and slightly golden brown. Allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving to maintain their crisp texture.