Parmesan Crisps

Make cheesy Parmesan crisps for a quick and easy, light and crunchy side, snack, or last-minute appetizer. Delicate and perfectly crispy, they’re the perfect blend of salt and herbs.

Having a family gathering for the holidays and need a recipe for the perfect last-minute charcuterie board? Or just an easy side recipe for a great bowl of soup, like this recipe for the Best Minestrone or even my Zuppa Toscana Soup?!

These Parmesan crisps are the perfect quick and easy recipe!

The warmth of the fresh herbs and the salty bite of the Parmesan are an all-star combination. If you’re making them for the holidays, I guarantee your guests won’t mind lingering around the snack table a little longer while they wait for dinner!

Then there’s the texture – oh, the finer texture. The thin wafer-like chip gives them a savory crunch that’s nearly as fun to hear as it is to taste.

Better and healthier than potato chips (that is, besides these wonderful Homemade Root Vegetable Chips), these Parmesan crisps will have everyone around the table wanting more!

ROSEMARY PARMESAN CRISPS RECIPE

Not only is this Parmesan crisps recipe (AKA ‘cheese chips’) beyond delicious, but they’re also:

• Quick and easy. They bake in 8 minutes!
• Versatile. Mix and match herbs for different flavors.
• Can be made gluten-free. Use gluten free flour, or omit the flour altogether.
• Perfect as a side, as a low-carb snack, or for the holidays!

PARMESAN CRISP RECIPE INGREDIENTS

You need just 4 simple ingredients to make Parmesan crisps.

• Parmesan Cheese. You need actual finely shredded Parmesan cheese for this Parmesan crisp recipe to work – not the shelf-stable ground Parmesan that comes in the canister with the green lid! Pre-grated cheese works if it doesn’t have additives.
• All-Purpose Flour. The cheese and flour meld together when baking, giving you a thin sheet of salty, savory deliciousness.
• Fresh Rosemary. Or other herbs and spices – Italian seasoning, basil, or thyme would be delicious too!
• Sea Salt. I highly recommend this one HERE because it doesn’t contain microplastics! Skip the salt if you use Pecorino Romano cheese, since it’s saltier than Parmesan.

A sprinkle of garlic powder or everything bagel seasoning also works if you enjoy those flavors.

Note: I did try using a couple of higher moisture cheeses (cheddar cheese and Gruyere), and though the flavor was good, they didn’t crisp when baked. I’d stick to the dry, block cheeses, rather than shredded cheeses, for the best result.

HOW TO MAKE PARMESAN CRISPS

Ready to learn how to make Parmesan crisps? Follow these simple instructions.

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 375F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated cheese, flour, and half of the rosemary.

Step 3. Use a measuring spoon or scoop to drop 2 Tablespoons of the cheese mixture onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment, then flatten it into a 3″ diameter circle. Continue until all 14 circles are formed.

Step 4. Sprinkle the remaining rosemary evenly across the tops of the uncooked Parmesan crisps, then sprinkle lightly with sea salt before baking.

Step 5. Bake for 6 minutes, then rotate pans and watch closely for 2-3 more minutes. Remove when the surface is lightly golden and the edges are just beginning to brown.

Step 6. Allow the Parmesan chips to cool completely on the pan before carefully transferring to the serving plate.

Note: You may break a few during the transfer, so making a double batch might be a good idea if you’re serving them to a larger crowd and want to keep that pretty round shape.

TIPS FOR PARMESAN CHIPS

• Use grated Parmesan. Grated is smaller than shredded, but larger than ground (which is the size of coarsely ground powder). Use the smaller section on a box grater and grate it yourself!
• Baking time. Six minutes is the minimum you’ll need, but watch the Parmesan crisps closely after that. It doesn’t take long at all for them to go from perfectly golden brown to burnt on the edges.
• Handle carefully. The irresistibly light crisp of these Parmesan chips is also their only drawback – they are very delicate and break easily when transferring from the baking sheet to the serving dish. Luckily, they still taste delicious even if they break!
• Packing for transport. If you’re bringing Parmesan crisps to a party, package them in a small box or container lined with paper towels and without too much room for sliding.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH PARMESAN CRISPS

This Parmesan crisp recipe is a delicious appetizer or snack on its own.

Or serve the rounds as a pretty (and tasty!) topper for pasta dishes, soups, and salads instead of croutons or crackers. This is also a great way to use any broken bits.

• Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup
• Zuppa Toscana Soup
• Tomato Basil Soup
• Easy Minestrone Soup
• Kale Caesar Salad
• Italian Pasta Salad

MACRO FRIENDLY PARMESAN CRISPS RECIPE

These Parmesan crisps are a great way to add a big punch of flavor without a ton of calories. In fact, the flavor is so robust that most people won’t want to eat more than two or three.

That being said, remember that small amounts add up. That can be helpful when you’re trying to add something to your meals, like protein. Each one of these Parmesan crisps will boost your protein by a few grams.

But it’s also easy for small amounts to add up and put you over your macro goals. Parmesan crisps each give you a few grams of fat from the cheese and a bit of carbs from the flour, so make sure to track your servings accurately to stay in line with your specific goals.

PARMESAN CHEESE CRISPS FAQS

MORE YUMMY PARMESAN RECIPES

• Butter Parmesan Zoodles
• Best Minestrone Soup
• Pesto Risotto
• Savory Onion Pasta with Bacon and Greens
• Spring Vegetable Pasta Salad
• Skillet Pizza Veggie Pasta

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