Keto Cheese Chips

Name: 2 Ingredient Keto Cheese Chips
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 cup / 80g crushed pork scratchings (pork rind); 2 cups / 250g cheddar cheese, shredded

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You only need 2 ingredients for these easy keto cheese chips! Crunchy and cheesy, my cheddar pork rind crisps are ready in minutes. A delectable keto snack

A silver tray with pork rind cheese chips.

I've been on the lookout for a really easy savoury snack. Until now, my two go-to recipes have been these cheese thyme crackers and my almond flour crackers.

I also regularly make low carb pizza bites - which is essentially melted, crispy cheese topped with tomato sauce and toppings such as salami or ham.

All of the above are delicious. But, I wanted something EVEN easier. And something naughtier.

Like these keto cheese crisps with pork rinds!

All you need for this recipe are good quality sharp cheddar and pork rinds.

Even better, it takes only 10 minutes to make from start to finish!

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Ingredients
Instructions
How To Make Pork Rinds At Home
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More Keto Crackers
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Ingredients

Let's chat about the ingredients.

CHEESE

I like a sharp cheddar here - also called mature cheddar. You could use a bag of store-bought shredded cheese, but I normally grate my own from a block of cheese using a box grater.

PORK RINDS

Here's the thing about pork rinds - aka pork scratchings aka pork crackling. If you buy them ready-made, you really have to make sure you are using a brand that has no hidden nasties.

The majority of the pork scratchings in my local supermarket had so many e-numbers and flavour enhancers, they would make any kid bounce off the walls. Not to mention they contained hidden sugar (shudder, shock horror)!

If you use ready-made scratchings, try to choose a brand that uses as little nasties as possible. Luckily, there are a few sensible brands that use only absolutely necessary ingredients for pork rinds - namely, pork, plus a little salt. The brand I used in this recipe is called "Awfully Posh".

Instructions

Here is how I make pork rind cheese chips in just a few steps.

(Scroll down to the recipe card for ingredient amounts and the detailed method).

In a food processor, blend the pork scratchings to fine crumbs.
Add the shredded cheese and pulse until combined.
Roll balls in your hand and press them down on a baking sheet.
Place under the grill / broiler and wait until they are browned (2-5 minutes, depending how hot your oven is and how closely you have placed them underneath the heating element).

Katrin's Top Tips

#1 Leave plenty of space in between the chips as they flatten out while they bake.

#2 DO NOT LEAVE THE KITCHEN! Cheese chips can burn easily and you'll have to watch them closely.

#3 Cheese chips are VERY soft straight out of the oven. They firm up as they cool. Then you can either brown them from the other side as well or enjoy straight away.

#4 I made 20 (and calculated the nutrition info for 20), but as the chips are very filling, you could also make them a little smaller than shown in the pictures above and get around 30.

How To Make Pork Rinds At Home

It is, naturally, easiest to have a pack of ready-made pork scratchings ready for the moment when your relax-and-snack-craving hits.

But, if you can't source quality pork scratchings, ask your butcher for pork rinds - it's the kind of thing you might even get for free, preferably cut into finger-sized strips.

Here is what you do:

Preheat the oven to 220 Celsius/430 Fahrenheit.
Pat the pork rind dry and rub it with a bit of salt and spices such as paprika or crushed fennel seeds.
Stick them in the oven for 20-25 minutes, preferably on a rack so the fat can drain off. Turn them frequently so they do not burn. When they look crisp and bubbly, they are ready.

Recipe Variations

If you do not have cheddar, you could replace it with grated mozzarella, Monterey Jack or a sharp Gouda.

Option to add grated parmesan or Pecorino for a more intense cheesy taste.

And naturally, if you do not mind your 2 ingredient low carb chips containing more than 2 ingredients, experiment by adding spices. As I mentioned above, paprika or fennel would be nice, or even a bit of cumin.

Recipe FAQs

Do I need to add salt?

No, keto cheese chips are naturally salty because both the cheddar and the pork rinds contain salt.

Can I make them in the air fryer?

Yes. Line the basket with parchment paper and air fry the chips at 200C / 400F for around 5 minutes. You may need to do this in batches.

Can I make them in a skillet?

Yes, although this is a bit messy. I recommend to flatten the balls into discs first. Then, fry them over a low-medium heat in a non-stick skillet or frying pan. Use a large spatula to lift the chips out of the pan.

Storage

Store keto cheese chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. I do not recommend storing them in the fridge as they will go a little limp.

You can also freeze them for up to 3 months! Stack them between sheets of parchment paper so they do not stick together.

After defrosting, pork rind chips do lose some of their crunch. To crisp them up, simply put them back into the oven for a few minutes. As soon as they cool back down, they taste as good as new!

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Keto cheese chips made with cheddar and pork rinds on a silver tray.

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2 Ingredient Keto Cheese Chips

Katrin Nürnberger

Sugar Free Londoner

You only need 2 ingredients for these easy keto cheese chips! Crispy and cheesy, this flavoursome Keto snack is ready in minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings

Calories 69 kcal

Ingredients

▢ 1 cup / 80g crushed pork scratchings (pork rind)
▢ 2 cups / 250g cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

Preheat your grill (aka broiler for my US readers)
Place pork scratchings into a food processor and blend.
Add cheese and pulse until combined.
Roll small balls in your hand and press them down on a baking sheet. Be sure to leave plenty of space in between them as they flatten out. I made 20 (and calculated the nutrition info for 20), but as the chips are very filling, you could also make them a little smaller than shown in the pictures above and get around 30.
Place under the grill and wait until they are browned - about 2-5 minutes, depending on your oven. Watch them closely and don't leave the kitchen.
At this stage the chips are VERY soft. Wait until they are cooled down and have firmed up. Then you can either brown them from the other side as well or enjoy straight away 🙂

Final Step: to help other readers. Thanks!

Notes

If you use ready-made scratchings, try to choose a brand that uses as little nasties as possible.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. I do not recommend storing them in the fridge as they will go a little limp.

Option to freeze them for up to 3 months!

To crisp up the chips, simply put them back into the oven for a few minutes. As soon as they cool back down, they taste as good as new!

Nutrition

Calories: 69kcalTotal Carbohydrates: 0.1gProtein: 1.7gFat: 1.6gSaturated Fat: 0.6gFiber: 0.1g

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