Description
Crunchy, flavorful, and guilt-free, these Healthy Doritos are homemade baked tortilla chips seasoned with smoky paprika, zesty chili powder, garlic, and cheesy nutritional yeast. Made with simple, natural ingredients and baked to crispy perfection, they offer a nutritious snack option with customizable flavors perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- Plain corn or whole grain tortilla chips – quantity as desired (about 4 cups recommended)
- Olive oil or avocado oil – 1-2 tablespoons
Seasoning Mix
- Paprika – 1 teaspoon
- Chili powder – 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder – 1/2 teaspoon
- Nutritional yeast – 2 tablespoons
- Salt – 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chips: Start with plain tortilla chips—store-bought or homemade—spread them out on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper for even coating and crisp bake.
- Mix the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, and salt. Stir well until evenly blended, creating a vibrant spice mixture.
- Oil the Chips: Drizzle olive or avocado oil over the chips, then toss gently so each chip gets a light, even coating. This helps the seasoning stick and enhances crunch without excess grease.
- Season the Chips: Sprinkle the spice mix evenly over the oiled chips, tossing lightly to coat every piece in that flavorful powder.
- Bake to Crisp: Place the baking sheet in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 8-10 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning—you’re aiming for golden, crispy perfection.
- Cool and Enjoy: Remove from the oven and let the Healthy Doritos cool for a few minutes to firm up that perfect crunch. Then, dive in or store for later snacking!
Notes
- Use fresh, less-stale tortilla chips for better crispness.
- Toss chips gently to avoid breakage while mixing.
- Taste-test the seasoning blend on one chip and adjust heat and salt as needed.
- Spread chips in a single layer on the baking sheet for even baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness for up to 3 days.
- Re-bake at 325°F (160°C) for 3-4 minutes to revive crispiness if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 1 cup chips)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: healthy doritos, baked chips, gluten free snack, nutritious chips, homemade doritos, low fat snack
