Easy Keto Tortilla Chips Recipe (2024)

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By Courtney ODell

Dec 26, 2020, Updated Nov 19, 2023

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Easy Keto Tortilla Chips Recipe – delicious easy crunchy tortilla chips that are perfect for a keto diet! Low carb, gluten free, and works great in salsa and dips!

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If you’re starting a keto or other low carb diet, this recipe is the go-to for delicious, crunchy, tastes like the real thing – and they are shockingly easy!

These chips use almond flour and cheese to mimic the texture of a corn tortilla chip – they are crispy, crunchy, and stand up well in salsas and dips, plus make great keto nacho chips.

You can even flavor these chips with salt and pepper, garlic powder, olive oil, cumin, lime juice, lime salt, truffle salt, or any herbs you like!

These keto tortilla chips are based off a fathead dough keto tortilla chip I saw on reddit and modified quite a bit to get the flavor I craved from corn tortilla chips.

It is perfect for serving at a party, for dinner, as a snack – or anytime you need something salty and crunchy with a ton of flavor. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as my family does.

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  • How To Make Keto Tortilla Chips
  • Other Keto Snacks You’ll Love
  • Recipe FAQ’s
  • Easy Keto Tortilla Chips Recipe
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How To Make Keto Tortilla Chips

These keto tortilla chips are easy, but do require a couple of specific processes. I have a couple easy tips and tricks to make perfect crunchy keto chips, every time.

Watch carb counts. Make sure you watch net carbs when making swaps or additions like garlic powders, and other seasonings.

Some seasonings can have sneaky carbs!

Use a microwave to start your dough. I don’t actually have a microwave at my house, so I used my stovetop with a very nonstick enameled pot to soften the cheese we use as dough.While this works, it was one of the most annoying things to clean out of a pot, ever. It didn’t mix as well, and stuck like glue to the pot – but when microwaved, it didn’t stick to the bowl at all and was basically mess-free.I don’t like to use microwaves (I feel like they don’t make food taste as good), but in this recipe, it really really helps since you’re just using it to soften cheese to the point you can form it into a dough.

Bake to crispy. For Keto Nacho Chips, be sure to get chips extra crispy, so they hold up to nacho toppings well.Since some ovens can brown quickly, it is best to watch the chips closely as they cook and flip when getting too brown. Keep flipping until crispy for best results.

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Keto tortilla chips taste the best when baked well – and a crucial part of baking these chips comes from rolling them out as thin as possible. Since this dough is a bit different than normal doughs, there is a bit of a trick to be able to roll the dough thin enough. Follow my tricks below to make fathead tortilla chips:

  • Press firmly on the rolling pin to roll dough very thin. The thinner the better – it will crisp up more the thinner it is.
  • Always roll chips out between two pieces of parchment paper.
  • If you have a tortilla press, be sure to use parchment paper to ensure your dough doesn’t stick to the press.
  • I found I wasn’t very good at getting a super thin chip when using a tortilla press, but I don’t have a ton of experience with them.
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These easy keto tortilla chips get their texture and crunch from baking them twice – once to set so you can cut them into a triangle chip shape, and once to crisp them up for a crunchy keto tortilla chip.

-Bake chips on baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Don’t assume brown = burnt. The thinnest parts of these chips can easily brown, thanks to the almond flour. While this might make your chips look overcooked, the brown crunchy bits taste phenomenal, so don’t let them worry you too much.

Bake twice. Bake at least twice for crunchy keto chips.

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Other Keto Snacks You’ll Love

If you love these crunchy keto chips, be sure to check out some of my other keto snack recipes:

Easy Keto Microwaveable Chocolate Chip Cookie in a Mug

Easy Keto Ham and Cheese Rolls Recipe

Easy Keto Everything Bagels Recipe

Easy Keto Peanut Butter Cookies

Paleo Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Fries

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Recipe FAQ’s

My chips aren’t crispy, what did I do wrong?

These chips do take a bit of work and care when in the oven – if your chips aren’t crispy after baking (and cooling, they do get crunchier when cool), they have not baked long enough. No worry – just pop them on a parchment lined baking sheet and continue to cook a bit longer!

My dough is really sticky – how can I fix it?

This dough will be stickier than many doughs since we are using non traditional flours. Roll out the dough in parchment paper for best results – but if it is so sticky you can’t get it to roll out at all, you can add a bit more almond flour until it sets up better.

Why do my chips look burned?

These chips will change color to be darker brown when they bake and crisp – they might look like they are burning, but they aren’t. If you are very concerned with burning, remove chips from oven when they start to get more brown, and let cool a bit before popping back into the oven to cook them longer. This is one recipe that benefits from a longer, slower cooktime to get the right texture – don’t rush your chips!

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Easy Keto Tortilla Chips Recipe

Yield: 6 servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Easy Keto Tortilla Chips Recipe - delicious easy crunchy tortilla chips that are perfect for a keto diet! Low carb, gluten free, and works great in salsa and dips!

Ingredients

  • 170 g pre-shredded/grated mozzarella
  • 85 g almond meal/flour
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 1 egg
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp coriander/cilantro powder
  • pinch chilli powder

Instructions

  1. Mix the shredded cheese and almond flour in a microwaveable bowl.
  2. Add the cream cheese.
  3. Microwave on high for 1 minute.
  4. Stir well to mix, then microwave on high for another 30 seconds.
  5. Remove and stir again.
  6. Add the egg, salt, and spices. Mix.
  7. Place the dough between 2 pieces of parchment paper and roll into a very thin large rectangle.
  8. Remove the top layer of parchment paper.
  9. Slide the parchment paper with the dough on to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake at 425 degrees for 12-15 minutes, until browned on the top. Watch closely and flip when browning occurs, oven temperatures can vary wildly.
  10. Flip the dough over and brown the other side.
  11. Once cooked, remove from the oven and cut into tortilla chip triangle shapes with a pizza slicer.
  12. Bake again at 425 degrees for 3 - 5 minutes until crispy and crunchy.
Nutrition Information

Yield 6Serving Size about 10 chips
Amount Per ServingCalories 272Total Fat 16gSaturated Fat 5gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 9gCholesterol 58mgSodium 302mgCarbohydrates 0gFiber 2gSugar 1gProtein 13g

Nutrition is automatically calculated by Nutritionix - please verify all nutrition information independently and consult with a doctor or nutritionist for any and all medical and diet advice.

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FAQs

Can you have tortilla chips on keto diet? ›

Traditional tortilla chips are not keto. They are made with corn or wheat flour which is high in carbs. You may be able to get away with one chip and stay within your carb limit but you know you can't stop at just one. It's better to make this keto tortilla chip recipe instead.

What tortillas are actually keto? ›

Maria and Ricardo's Almond Flour Keto Tortillas

Flavors include Flax & Seeds, Sea Salt and the 'Everything Seasoning' tortilla. They're also keto certified, gluten-free certified, paleo certified, vegan, rain free, soy free, dairy free and egg free and non-GMO project verified.

Are Doritos keto friendly? ›

There is something for everyone — Doritos, Ruffles, Seaweed Chips — you name it! The problem is, most regular chips are jam-packed with carbs, making them not keto-friendly. Most chips are made from potatoes or corn, which are both red flags in the world of keto (say goodbye to any thoughts of keto potato chips).

Can you stay in ketosis eating low carb tortillas? ›

Whether you are on keto or want something kosher, low-carb tortillas are a great addition to one's meal. They allow you to pursue a plan effectively without the risk of going overboard. The best way to stay on track is to use medical recommendations and always check the calorie/carb ratio listed on the pack.

Is there a healthy version of tortilla chips? ›

Low Sodium Tortilla Chips

Tortilla chips can easily contain 65mg-140mg of sodium (about 3-6% your daily allowance), and that's assuming you stick to the usually surprisingly-small serving size! Luckily some brands now offer no salt added/low sodium tortilla chips, such as Garden of Eatin', Chi-Chi's, and Donkey Chips.

How to make nachos without tortilla chips? ›

Zucchini Nachos: Zucchini slices can be used as a base. Season and roast the zucchini rounds or sticks, then top with your preferred nacho toppings. Lettuce Wrap Nachos: Use large lettuce leaves, such as iceberg or romaine, as "wraps" to hold your nacho ingredients.

How many carbs a day on keto? ›

The ketogenic diet typically reduces total carbohydrate intake to less than 50 grams a day—less than the amount found in a medium plain bagel—and can be as low as 20 grams a day. Generally, popular ketogenic resources suggest an average of 70-80% fat from total daily calories, 5-10% carbohydrate, and 10-20% protein.

Is guacamole good for keto? ›

Is Guacamole Keto-Friendly? Yes, absolutely. As mentioned above, guacamole is loaded with healthy monounsaturated fats and minimal carbohydrate content. This makes it a perfect low-carb, high-fat keto snack when served with keto-friendly chips or raw veggies.

What is dirty keto? ›

In essence, dirty keto is a variation of the keto diet (a high fat, moderate protein, low carb diet) that allows you to consume whatever you want as long as it meets your macro goals. While it still reduces carb intake, it does not pay attention to the nutritional value of the fats and protein consumed.

Can I have a banana on keto? ›

Bananas. Bananas may be great for muscle recovery, reducing bloat, and calming an upset stomach, but they're on the list of foods you can't eat on the keto diet. With 25g of carbs per 100g serving, bananas are too high in carbs.

Can I have sour cream on keto? ›

Regular, full fat sour cream is made from cream and contains far more fat than carbs. Therefore, it's considered keto-friendly. However, low fat or nonfat sour cream is not. Full fat sour cream can provide some variety in a keto diet when used as a dip base or incorporated into recipes to boost the fat content.

What chips can I eat during keto? ›

Some of the best keto chips on the market include: Best High-Protein Keto Chips: Quest Nutrition Protein Chips. Most Light and Crispy Keto Chips: HighKey Crackers. Best Keto Chips with the Fewest Ingredients: Oven-Baked Parm Crisps.

Are corn chips OK on keto diet? ›

No flour or corn tortillas and chips – Although corn tortillas are gluten-free, they are definitely not carbohydrate-free. Flour and corn tortillas are both high in empty carbs, so it's best to avoid them (and tortilla chips) altogether or substitute them for healthier options.

How many chips can I have on keto? ›

Potato chips are another food to avoid on keto. A 1-ounce (oz) serving (about 22 chips) has about 14 g of net carbs, per the USDA. Here's a worthy keto- and heart-friendly snack substitute to scratch that salty itch, says Nasar: Finely chop up nuts and seeds in a food processor, and add white vinegar and salt.

Can you eat salsa on keto? ›

Yes, as we talked about above salsa is definitely keto friendly! Salsa usually only has a few grams of carbs per serving and is loaded with nutritious ingredients, so you can add a burst of flavor to your meals without any guilt. Just be sure to choose a salsa without any added sugar.

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