Description
These Cheesy Onion Crisps are the perfect crispy, cheesy snack! Sweet onions are thinly sliced, layered on top of melted cheddar cheese, and baked to golden perfection with a sprinkle of savory ranch seasoning. Serve them with ranch or marinara sauce for an irresistible appetizer, side dish, or low-carb snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet onions
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons ranch seasoning (or seasoning of choice)
- Ranch or marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- 1. Prep the Baking Sheets
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly grease them.
- 2. Slice the Onions
- Slice the onions into thin rounds (about ¼-inch thick). You’ll need about 16 slices total.
- 3. Assemble the Crisps
- Arrange 8 small piles of shredded cheddar cheese on each baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Place one onion round on top of each cheese pile.
- Sprinkle each with ranch seasoning (or your preferred seasoning blend).
- 4. Bake to Perfection
- Bake for 11-13 minutes, keeping a close eye towards the end to prevent burning. The crisps should be golden brown and crispy.
- 5. Cool and Serve
- Allow the crisps to cool for 5-7 minutes before removing them from the baking sheets.
- Serve warm with ranch dressing or marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Use a sharp knife or mandoline to slice onions evenly for the best texture.
- Watch closely while baking—these crisps can go from golden to burnt quickly.
- Let crisps cool for 5 minutes before removing them to help them firm up.
- Customize the seasoning with Cajun, taco seasoning, Italian herbs, or smoked paprika.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Reheating: Crisp them back up by baking at 400°F (200°C) for 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 crisps
- Calories: 220kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg