Keto Parmesan Crisps
Why This Is Strictly Keto
These crisps are simply baked Parmesan — one ingredient, no flour, no starch and no sugar. As the cheese melts and its moisture cooks off, it turns into a lacy, crunchy chip with virtually zero carbohydrates.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (about 50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional seasonings: garlic powder, dried rosemary, cracked black pepper or a pinch of cayenne
Instructions
Preheat: Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Portion the cheese: Spoon heaping tablespoons of the grated Parmesan onto the sheet, spacing the mounds about 1½ inches apart, and flatten each slightly into a round. Sprinkle with any optional seasonings.
Bake: Bake 3–5 minutes, until the crisps are golden brown and the edges are lacy. Watch closely — they go from golden to bitter quickly.
Cool: Let the crisps cool completely on the sheet; they crisp up as they cool. Lift off gently and serve.
Nutritional Info (per serving, approximate)
| Calories | Fat | Protein | Net Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~55 kcal | 4g | 4g | 1g |
Tips
- Use freshly grated Parmesan, not pre-shredded — anti-caking agents keep pre-shredded cheese from melting into a crisp.
- Space the mounds well; they spread as they bake.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Serve with dips, alongside soups, or as a crunchy topping for salads.
