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    Homemade Kale Chips with Sriracha

    Published: Jan 6, 2019 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Jul 29, 2022 · 952 words. · About 5 minutes to read this article. This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own.

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    If you have tried bagged kale chips, you will be surprised at how easy and delicious it is to make them at home.  They are so much better than what you can buy!  These Homemade Kale Chips are a crave-worthy snack that you will have to remind yourself  are healthy. This is a great way to get your green on while saving money.Photo of homemade kale chips in a white bowl against a white wooden background with crumbled kale chips scattered.

    I will never forget the first time I made Homemade Kale Chips.

    It was back when I was vegan and one of the first recipes I tried from a new cookbook I'd purchased.

    The boys and hubby thought I had lost my mind. (Hubby hates kale with a passion. It is a topic we have agreed to disagree on.)

    Honestly, I'd never had a kale chip before and wasn't quite sure what to expect.

    It was love at first bite.

    Though I gently tried to coax the family to try one, I was secretly glad that the whole batch was all for me.

    Does it get any better than crispy, crunchy snacking that is also guilt-free?

    There is something about eating these that makes me simultaneously feel a bit virtuous and also like I'm getting over on something.

    It doesn't get much healthier than kale, and the ability to turn it into a chip that satisfies my salty-crunchy snacking needs is almost too good to be true.

    I've tried purchased kale chips, but I have found that I much prefer to make them at home.

    Luckily making them is SO easy! The only thing you have to watch out for is to make sure they don't burn at the end. It can happen fast, so do keep an eye out.

    One of my favorite things about baked kale chips is that it is so easy to mix things up.

    How To Make Homemade Kale Chips:

    1.  Gather all of your ingredients.

    2.  Preheat the oven to 275 degrees.  (See tip below if you are going to use a dehydrator.)

    Photo of the raw ingredients for homemade kale chips

    3.  Remove the stems from the kale, and tear into pieces.  Try to get the pieces as close in size as possible.

    4.  Wash and dry kale.  If you have a salad spinner, this is a great time to put it into use.

    5.  Place kale in a large bowl.

    6.  In a small bowl, combine olive oil, sriracha, garlic powder, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and pepper.

    Photo of dressing for homemade kale chips being mixed

    7.  Pour over kale.

    8.  Using clean hands, coast the kale evenly.

    9.  Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Photo of raw kale with the dressing for homemade kale chips poured over them

    10.  Divide the kale between the prepared baking sheets in a single layer.

    11.  Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, rotating pans half way through.

    Photo of uncooked sheet pan of homemade kale chips

    12.  Allow to cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.

    Sheet pan of baked kale chips

    Tips to Make Homemade Kale Chips

    • I tried to take the easy way out by buying a bag of pre-washed and torn organic kale. While this certainly works, many of the pieces were too small, and I ended up using them in a bowl. The next time I am making this recipe, I will take the extra step to tear the kale myself so that I have uniform larger pieces.
    • If you have a dehydrator, dehydrate at 115 degrees for 10 hours.
    • Make sure you keep an eye on these while they are baking, especially towards the end.  They can burn very quickly.

    Variations - Skip the Sriracha and Instead Add:

    • ½ teaspoon minced garlic and ¼ cup nutritional yeast OR
    • ½ teaspoon and â…› teaspoon ground chipotle chili powder OR
    • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons ancho chilie powder, ½ tablespoon brown sugar and ½ tablespoon garlic powder

    Frequently Asked Questions:

    What Do You Put On Kale Chips?

    • Ground sunflower seeds and a touch of vinegar
    • Spices
    • Hot Sauce (as in this recipe!)
    • Almond butter whisked together with oil
    • Nutritional Yeast

    Photo of homemade kale chips on a wooden board

    Can You Make Them without Parchment Paper?

    Yes, if you don't have parchment paper, you can lightly grease your baking sheets.

    Do Kale Chips Keep?

    Kale chips keep best if you put them in a container with rice at the bottom. My salad spinner has an excellent seal on it, so I put rice in the bottom part and the kale chips at the top. The rice will help to absorb liquid and keep them fresh longer.

    Are Baked Kale Chips Good for You?

    Absolutely! Very little nutrition is lost in cooking, making this a wholesome snack you can feel good about.

    Tools to Make This Recipe:

    • Sheet Pans
    • Parchment Paper
    • Bowls

    Homemade Kale Chips

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    5 from 5 votes

    Homemade Kale Chips with Siraracha

    If you have tried bagged kale chips, you will be surprised at how easy and delicious it is to make them at home.  This recipe is crave-worthy snack that you will have to remind yourself is healthy.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time30 mins
    Total Time45 mins
    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American, Gluten Free, Healthy
    Keyword: spicy
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 90kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi

    Ingredients

    • 10 ounces kale torn
    • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 teaspoons sriracha
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 lime juice and zest
    • ½ teaspoon Sriracha salt or ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
    • Flakey Salt for sprinkling optional
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 275 degrees.
    • Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
    • Remove the stems from the kale and tear into pieces, trying to keep them as uniform as possible.
    • Wash and dry the kale completely. Place in a large bowl.
    • In a separate bowl combine olive oil, sriracha, garlic powder, lime juice, lime zest, salt and pepper.
    • Pour over kale and use clean hands to coat the leaves evenly.
    • Divide the kale between the prepared baking sheets in a single layer.
    • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, rotating the pans half way through.
    • Allow to cool for 5 minutes prior to serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 247mg | Potassium: 249mg | Vitamin A: 4720IU | Vitamin C: 61mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 0.8mg

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    About Wendy Polisi

    Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, 5 time cookbook author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 16 & 17 and my late life princess is 9.

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    1. Ev

      March 20, 2018 at 3:49 am

      5 stars
      Great recipe...and YES.if you do them in the oven at 118F....they are considered RAW..and all the nutrients are in tact!

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      • Wendy Polisi

        March 20, 2018 at 12:50 pm

        I wish my oven would go that low! I make Kale Chips most weeks and one of these days I'm going to invest in a dehydrator.

        Reply
    2. daria

      March 21, 2018 at 8:39 am

      5 stars
      I just some kale chips this evening! normally I make them only with oil and some celery salt. Will try to jazz it up a bit, like you are suggesting.

      Reply
      • Wendy Polisi

        March 21, 2018 at 1:12 pm

        Let me know how it goes!

        Reply
    3. Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen

      March 21, 2018 at 1:12 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe and so quick and easy too! I've made kale chips before, but I love the flavors in these!

      Reply
    4. Daisy

      March 21, 2018 at 1:12 pm

      I absolutely love eating kale chips but they canne so expensive..... I’m definitely going to make my own now with your recipe!!

      Reply
    5. Coralie

      March 26, 2018 at 3:16 pm

      I have never made these homemade, but it looks pretty easy. I am going to have to try.

      Reply
    6. Oyinkan

      March 27, 2018 at 3:54 am

      5 stars
      Girl I used to make kale chips. Clearly need to get back to it.

      Reply
    7. portablewashingdryer.com

      April 08, 2018 at 10:57 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe. Thank you.

      Reply

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