Homemade Oil-Free Baked Tortilla Chips

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Making Homemade Baked Tortilla Chips is super easy and anyone can do it. Since they are baked and not fried, they are a much healthier option than regular chips, and they’ve got all the taste!

homemade tortilla chips in a woven basket with a stack of uncut tortillas in the background.

I absolutely love snacking on black bean corn salsa, blender salsa, and other dips, and my family enjoys making vegan nachos for dinner on any given night.

The problem is that salsa, dips, and nachos all require a transport system better known as tortilla chips. Unfortunately, store-bought chips are fried and, even if you happen to find some that are baked, chances are they still contain oil. We are avoiding oil because we know it’s not the best for our heart health or waistlines.

Thankfully, making your own homemade oil-free tortilla chips is super easy and will even save money, since you won’t need to purchase all those prepackaged bags.

Reasons you will love this recipe

  • Guilt-Free Snacking: These oil-free homemade tortilla chips offer a healthier way to satisfy your cravings without the extra fat and calories found in store-bought options. Enjoy your favorite snack with zero guilt!
  • Crispy and Flavorful: Despite being oil-free, these corn chips are incredibly crispy and packed with flavor. Perfect for dipping, crunching, or enjoying on their own—every bite is a delight!
  • Simple and Quick to Make: You can easily make these chips at home with just a few ingredients and minimal prep time.

Ingredients you will need

stack of homemade corn tortillas on a colorful cloth.
  • Corn tortilla wraps- Buy corn tortilla wraps that are made with only corn, water, lime, and salt and don’t have oil in them.
  • Lime juice- This citrus juice adds a zing of flavor and helps the spices stick to the chips.
  • Seasonings- My favorite spices are onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, and a Mexican seasoning called Tajin that easy to find even at Walmart.

Tips & Variations

  • Corn tortillas- When buying corn wraps, make sure the brand you purchase has only a few ingredients like water, corn, lime, and salt.
  • Make your own- If you would like to make your own tortillas, The Kitchn website has a very simple recipe called How to Make Corn Tortillas from Scratch.
  • Seasonings- Lots of different spices can be used to season these chips after spritzing with water or lime juice. I love chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and even sometimes a Mexican seasoning called Tajin.
  • Don’t burn them- Make sure to check on the chips every few minutes while they are baking, because they can go from lightly brown to burned in seconds.

How to make baked tortilla chips

The recipe card at the bottom of the page has the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions.

Many regular corn tortilla wraps at the grocery store are oil-free and have only a few ingredients such as water, corn, lime, and salt. If you would like to make your own tortillas, The Kitchn website has a very simple recipe called How to Make Corn Tortillas from Scratch.

corn tortillas begin sliced with pizza cutter to make baked tortilla chips on baking sheet

STEP #1: Buy regular oil-free corn tortillas, and slice each one into 8 triangles using a pizza slicer.

Arrange on a baking sheet and spritz with water in a water bottle, or use my favorite which is lime juice.

Sprinkle with sea salt and garlic powder or other seasonings such as onion powder, chili powder, and others.

I like to use a sheet of parchment paper to line my pan before making these because it makes cleanup afterward so much easier.

baked tortilla chips on baking sheet

STEP #2: Bake at 400°F for about 5-7 minutes until crispy and golden brown. These are the healthiest tortilla chips and are delish!

Serve with my easy blender salsa, vegan spinach artichoke dip, and anything else you can think of. We love them with my Vegan Nacho Supreme which is a family favorite for dinner.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a healthy option for regular tortilla chips?

Homemade baked tortilla chips are the easiest, least expensive, and healthiest option to regular chips. There is absolutely no oil and very little fat.

Are tortilla chips healthier than potato chips?

Not necessarily. You can also make Homemade Baked Potato Chips that have only one ingredient–potatoes. They are super healthy as well. But regular fried potato chips are not a good option.

Are tortilla chips and salsa a healthy snack?

Absolutely! Salsa is usually made with wholesome ingredients like tomatoes, lime, peppers, cilantro, and salt. Pair them with these baked tortilla chips, and you’ve got a snack loaded with fiber, phytonutrients, and antioxidants!

How long will homemade tortilla chips last?

These chips can be sealed tightly in an airtight container and last up to 1 week stored at room temperature. At my house, they never last that long because we gobble them up.

homemade tortilla chips in basket with nachos in background

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Oil-Free Baked Tortilla Chips

Making homemade baked tortilla chips is super easy and anyone can do it. Since they are baked and not fried, they are a much healthier option than regular chips, and they’ve got all the taste!
Prep: 3 minutes
Cook: 7 minutes
Total: 10 minutes
Servings: 32 chips

Ingredients 

Instructions

  • Simply use regular oil-free corn tortillas, and slice each one into 8 slices using a pizza slicer.
  • 2. Arrange on a baking sheet and spritz with a water bottle or lime juice. Sprinkle with sea salt and garlic powder.
  • 3.  I like to use a sheet of parchment paper to line my pan because it makes cleanup afterward so much easier. Simply wipe off the pan and store. I also use them when baking other recipes like cookies and casseroles.
  • 4. Bake at 400 degrees for about 5-7 minutes until crispy and golden brown. These are the healthiest tortilla chips and are delish!

Video

Notes

Tips & Suggestions:
  1. Corn tortillas- When buying corn wraps, make sure the brand you purchase has only a few ingredients like water, corn, lime, and salt.
  2. Make your own- If you would like to make your own tortillas, The Kitchn has a very simple recipe called How to Make Corn Tortillas from Scratch.
  3. Seasonings- Lots of different spices can be used to season these chips after spritzing with water or lime juice. I love chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and even sometimes a Mexican seasoning called Tajin.
  4. Don’t overcook- Make sure to check on the chips every few minutes while they are baking, because they can go from lightly brown to burned in seconds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g

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