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Baked Corn Tortilla Chips

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A healthy version of the chips you buy at the store, these baked corn tortilla chips are seasoned with olive oil and spices to create a delicious snack chip.

Dipping baked corn tortilla chips into salsa.

I don’t have much of a sweet tooth, but man do I love a good salty snack! And my Baked Corn Tortilla Chips couldn’t be any easier to make, or more versatile! I love seasoning them with smoked paprika and cumin, but feel free to get creative. Turn up the heat with cayenne or keep it mellow with garlic powder. A while traditional fried tortilla chips are high in fat and calories (and oh-so-addictive), my healthier baked version is just a little over 100 calories per serving!

Ingredients

  • Corn tortillas: Gluten free and higher in fiber and whole-grains compared to flour, corn tortillas make delicious chips.
  • Olive oil: Used to help make the chips nice and crispy and get the seasoning to stick.
  • Spices: You could keep it simple and just go with salt and some pepper, or spice things up like I do by adding cumin and smoked paprika.

How to Make Baked Corn Tortilla Chips

Start your baked corn tortilla chips by cutting your tortillas into triangles. I find it’s quickest if you stack the tortillas and use a very sharp knife or pizza cutter.

Once your triangles are all cut, throw them in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil.

Then you’ll sprinkle in your flavoring, my go-to is cumin, smoked paprika, and salt and pepper.

You don’t want to overcrowd the bowl, so don’t worry if you have to work in batches.

Then toss those tortilla triangles well, making sure that they are evenly coated with the oil and spices. Don’t be afraid to use your hands!

Once all coated, lay your chips out evenly on prepared baking sheets, and throw in the oven at 350 for about 15 minutes.

Baked corn tortilla chips.

Serve alongside your favorite salsa or dip, or make up a plate of nachos, and enjoy your Baked Corn Tortilla Chips!

Frequently asked questions:

Why are my baked tortilla chips chewy?

If you want to ensure your chips won’t be soggy or chewy, they must be laid out in a single layer in the oven to prevent steaming. Otherwise, they will not crisp up.

What can you put on tortilla chips?

To make them sweeter you could use cinnamon sugar. For a spicy kick, I would add ancho chili powder.

How long do fresh tortilla chips keep for?

Kept in an airtight container, the chips should last for up to a week.
Baked corn tortilla chips served along salsa.

Complimentary Dips

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Liz eating baked corn tortilla chips.

Perfect for an afternoon snack or for entertaining friends and family, my Baked Corn Tortilla Chips are sure to please.

No fork required.

Baked Corn Tortilla Chips

4.39 stars average
A healthy version of the chips you buy at the store, corn tortillas are baked with olive oil and spices to create an addictive snack chip.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Serves8
CourseAppetizer, Snack
Calories117

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions
 

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees and line two baking sheets with foil.
  2. Using a pizza slicer, cut tortillas into 8 triangles by cutting in quarters then eighths; place in a bowl.
    12 corn tortillas
  3. Drizzle olive oil and spices over tortilla triangles and mix well so all tortillas are evenly coated in oil and spices. Don’t be afraid to use your hands!
    2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  4. Divide tortillas evenly between both baking sheets and spread out so that they are in an even layer.
  5. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until browned. (Varies based on oven.)
  6. Store in air tight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 8chipsCalories: 117kcalCarbohydrates: 17.3gProtein: 1.8gFat: 4.8gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4.3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2.7gSugar: 1.6g

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68 responses to “Baked Corn Tortilla Chips”

  1. Toasty Avatar
    Toasty

    Time is way too long, more like 15 minutes.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      It varies by oven that’s for sure!

  2. Pat Avatar
    Pat

    Has anyone tried putting them in mini muffin tins to make small scoops?

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      That’s a great idea!!

  3. Leona Avatar
    Leona

    I made cinnamon sugar with the corn tortillas baked them for 15 minutes and was almost too long in my oven and I might have over did it with the sugar but still tasty. Next time with parchment at 325 see if they come out less crispy

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      That’s such a great idea!!

  4. Kelly L. L. Avatar
    Kelly L. L.

    I made the cinnamon and sugar with flour tortillas, sprayed the pan and chips lightly with Ghee, kept an eye on them because the flour tortillas cook faster. Delicious! Oops, forgot to hit the stars, 5 stars!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      What a genius idea!!

  5. Kelly L. L. Avatar
    Kelly L. L.

    I made the cinnamon and sugar with flour tortillas, sprayed the pan and chips lightly with Ghee, kept an eye on them because the flour tortillas cook faster. Delicious!

  6. Jessica Avatar
    Jessica

    I just tried this new recipe. Love it. I only had 9 tortillas, and used italian seasoning. Turned out great. Thanks for this healthy new snack??

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      What an awesome idea!!! So glad you enjoyed them!

  7. Jessica Avatar
    Jessica

    I just tried for the first time. Only had 9 tortillas, and used a little italian seasoning. Turned out great. Now i need a great dip ???Thanks

    1. Allison Avatar
      Allison

      To those commenting an Italian version – use Bruschetta as a dip!

      1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
        Liz DellaCroce

        Great idea!

  8. William Smith Avatar
    William Smith

    Hi, Thanks for sharing the recipe!
    I’ve tried these recipes making the tortilla at home but I have a busy schedule next month. Can I make these recipes with store bought tortillas or any other like variant?

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Oh yes absolutely use store bought tortillas!!!

      1. William Smith Avatar
        William Smith

        Ok! Thanks a lot Liz.

  9. Ty Avatar
    Ty

    Found this recipe when trying to figure out what to do with all my left over tortillas.

    I didn’t​ have a pizza cutter so I oiled/spiced them whole and then chopped them with kitchen scissors

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      GREAT Idea!!! Hope they turned out!!

  10. Terrie Avatar
    Terrie

    if you make them the way Carla suggested, it WILL season both sides! Sounds good to me and I am trying them today too! Great recipe – thanks.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Great idea!!