Description
These Easy Parmesan Crisps are a simple, delicious snack or garnish made by baking finely grated Parmesan cheese until crispy and golden. Perfect for adding a crunchy, cheesy touch to salads, soups, or enjoying on their own.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 cups finely grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and position the oven rack in the middle. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Cheese: Thoroughly grate the Parmesan cheese as finely as possible to help it melt evenly into crisps.
- Form Cheese Piles: Spoon tablespoon-sized piles of grated Parmesan onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart. You can make them slightly larger or smaller depending on your preferred crisp size.
- Bake the Crisps: Bake the cheese piles for 5 to 7 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges turn a golden brown color. Note that the first batch may take a little longer since the baking sheet is cold. Avoid overbaking to prevent a bitter taste.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the crisps from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up. Enjoy them immediately or store in an airtight container for several days.
Notes
- Use finely grated Parmesan for the best melting and crisping results.
- Spacing the cheese piles properly ensures the crisps don’t melt into each other.
- Watch the crisps closely towards the end of baking to prevent burning and bitterness.
- Crisps can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- These crisps make a fantastic gluten-free snack or a crunchy salad topper.
