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Easy Baked Parmesan Crisps – Baked Frico Recipe – crispy, crunchy parmesan chips that are perfect for low carb keto snacking!
If you’ve taken up a low carb diet (like I am trying to stick to, thanks to watching my husband’s runaway success since going keto), you might know how much it’s very real to mis crispy, crunchy, and delicious salty crackers. If you love parmesan cheese, you’re going to LOVE these easy keto crisps! These easy baked parmesan crisps are simple and easy – and are perfect for snacking on when you need something crunchy, or when you need a sturdy cracker for dipping!
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Low Carb Parmesan Crisps
First assemble the following ingredients:
- Shredded Parmesan Cheese (3 cups) – Shredded Parmesan cheese adds a nutty, salty, and savory richness that crisps into a golden, flavorful crunch when baked or fried.
- Onion and Garlic Powder (pinch, optional) – You can add a pinch of your favorite seasonings to add a little more flavor.
Lay out and Bake
Add parchment paper or silpat to baking sheet. Make small, flat piles of cheese in round shapes on parchment paper or Silpat. Take care to give them a little room to spread without touching. Bake at 350 degrees. Bake 8-12 minutes, until melting and very slightly browned. Let cool and enjoy!
Tips and Tricks for Baked Keto Parmesan Crisps
Use fresh Parmesan: Freshly shredded Parmesan melts and crisps better than pre-shredded cheese, which can contain anti-caking agents.
Shred finely and evenly: The thinner and more uniform the shreds, the more evenly the crisps will bake.
Line your pan: Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
Space them out: Leave enough room between cheese mounds so they don’t melt into each other.
Shape before baking: Use a cookie cutter or ring mold to create neat, uniform circles of cheese.
Keep them thin: Spread the cheese into a thin, even layer so it crisps instead of turning chewy.
Add seasonings sparingly: Parmesan is already salty, so just a pinch of pepper, garlic powder, or herbs is plenty.
Watch closely: Parmesan can go from golden and crisp to burnt quickly—check after 5–6 minutes.
Cool completely: Let crisps rest on the pan for a few minutes before transferring so they firm up properly.
FAQs
Freshly grated or shredded Parmesan from a wedge works best since it melts evenly and doesn’t contain anti-caking agents that can affect texture.
Yes, but it may not melt as smoothly and can sometimes leave a grainy texture due to added starch or cellulose.
Yes! Place small mounds of cheese on parchment paper and microwave in 30–60 second bursts until golden.
They keep for up to 3 days in an airtight container at room temperature, but they’re best enjoyed the same day.
Absolutely! Try black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, sesame seeds, or everything bagel seasoning for variety.
They’re delicious on their own, but also make great salad toppers, soup garnishes, or low-carb cracker substitutes.
Other Keto Recipes You’ll Love
Try some of my keto favorites like Easy Keto Peanut Butter Cookies, 4 Ingredient Keto Jalapeno Cheese Brea and Bang Bang Chicken Skewers.
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Easy Baked Parmesan Crisps
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Add parchment paper or silpat to baking sheet.
- Make small, flat piles of cheese in round shapes on parchment paper or silpat. Take care to give them a little room to spread without touching.
- Optional – season with salt and pepper, garlic salt, or other seasoning or herbs.
- Place in oven with light on, and bake 8-12 minutes, until melting and very slightly browned.
- Remove crisps from oven and let sit until completely cool.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
