EASY SNACK- CARROT CHIPS! (2024)

These carrot chips can be addictive! Thank goodness there are only three ingredients!

One of our main messages to parents with picky eaters is to try a vegetable in different forms, textures, flavors, and cooking styles. If your child isn’t a fan of raw carrots, he may like them steamed, roasted, blended, juiced, or in some other way. So many of a picky eater problem goes beyond taste and is heavily influenced by texture. But if it is about flavor, preparing veggies in different ways actually does change the flavor! So, when you are thinking about dinner ideas, these carrot chips would make a wonderful side dish!

Why carrots are good for you:

Carrots

ANTI-OXIDANT

When damage is done to your cells, sickness, disease, and degradation can follow. But foods with antioxidants can slow down the damage, and in some cases, reverse it. Carrots specifically can help slow the damage to skin, eyes, and even immune function. The antioxidants in carrots can also help protect against heart disease and some cancers.Different fruits and vegetables contain different antioxidants, so in order to protect against a wide range of disease, a variety of fruits and vegetables is going to be important.

What are some ways to eat carrots?

Carrots, while many of us love to throw raw sticks into a child’s lunch, there are so many other DELICIOUS ways to eat carrots, that your kids will LOVE! To make the most of your healthy meal plans, include carrots in a variety of ways in all the meals (breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner!)

carrot juiceConsider including some apple juice to sweeten it up!
carrot french toast, Shredding carrots and including it in your batter, and sprinkled on top!
carrot muffins If your kids like carrot cake, than they’ll love these!
a carrot smoothie We added orange to this extra vitamin C!)
carrot granola bars We added carrots to our granola bars with great results
carrot crackers Mmm. cheesy and delicious!
carrot energy bites These no-bake balls are great on the go
carrot cupcakes An Easter tradition of ours!
carrot cake We included Greek yogurt and apple to make this cake
and carrot cookies!We included apples and oats in these carrot cookies

And finally- the way we are going to make them today….

CARROT CHIPS!!

After your slices have been made, simply coat the bottom of a cookie sheet with some olive oil. Lay the carrots slices on the pan, and sprinkle with salt!

Bake at 400 for 10-25 minutes. Yes, that is a long span of time. But, it will be different for everyone depending on how thick your carrot slices are. You want them thin and crispy!

We’d love to hear about your experience trying these carrot chips! Did your kids like them? Love them? Leave a comment to let us know!

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Easiest Carrot Chips Ever

These carrot chips can be addictive! Thank goodness there are only three ingredients!

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time15 minutes mins

Total Time25 minutes mins

Course: Snack

Ingredients

4 medium carrot
1-3 teaspoons olive oil (start with
1/8 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Peel carrots, then slice into strips using the vegetable peeler. Avoid rotating the carrot for as long as possible to make wider sections; the thicker the pieces, the better they will turn out!
Add the carrot strips to a bowl, and toss with olive oil. Start with a smaller amount– you don't need much! If they seem dry at the full 3 teaspoons, add another teaspoon.
Place carrot peelings in a single layer on the cookie sheet, and sprinkle with salt.
Bake for 10-20 minutes until crispy, tossing once or twice during cooking. (Exact cook time will depend on the thicknessof the slices).
Serve and enjoy!

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Hard to find the balance of not soft, not burnt. But it was fun anyways!

I used too much oil and some didn’t crisp up and a few burnt. It is hard to get all the carrots the same thickness. (Maybe time to pull out the mandoline. Although that would be one more thing to wash and negate that “easiest” part of the title.)

Did these in the air fryer and they came out awesome!

I’ve tried making these for different times, once with a silpat. They come out with half of the chip burned & the other half not cooked all the way!

What am I doing wrong? I want these to work so bad!

Hi Vanessa, I’m sorry you haven’t gotten a great batch yet! They can be a little finicky, but well worth it when they work. Peeling strips that are similar size helps, and checking progress often (and flipping/tossing) during cooking. I actually pull some off that are done and crispy mid-way through, and pop the pan back in to finish the rest.

May I make them a day ahead? Or do they get soggy from the olive oil? I love salt and vinegar on my chips. Thought I’d sprinkle with S&V just before serving (at a picnic this week). Sound okay? Thanks, Chef Mym

They don’t last too long around our house! You may lose some of the crunch by making them ahead of time, but they would still be tasty! We love salt and vinegar chips, too! Great idea.

In the description it says bake at 350 but then in the recipe below it says bake out 400. Which one is correct?

400 is correct- I fixed the post. Thanks for pointing that out!

No problem! What I do is I use a regular peeler and push extra hard “peeling” all the way through the carrot in the same spot. It leaves thin curly strips of carrots. For myself and my oven I found that these very thin strips of carrot works the best. My almost 3-year-old absolutely loves these carrots and would eat them every single day if she could. I find that the super thin carrot fries almost taste like sweet potato fries. So easy to make it is not my favorite go to side dish cooked in the oven.

* Note* it only takes about 1 minute from when they are perfectly crispy to being overly burned. At the point when they are starting to get crisp I watch the oven like a hawk.

Please, can I store carrot chips in a jar?

They don’t store too well- they might lose their crunch!

FAQs

Are carrot chips healthier than potato chips? ›

2. Carrot Chips Nutrition. Different from potato chips, fried or dried carrot chips are rich in Vitamin A: which could improve vision problems due to malnutrition, other nutrition such as beta-carotene and calcium have also been found in carrot chips. However, the fried carrot chips still contain high calorie.

What are the benefits of carrot chips? ›

Rich in Vitamin A: Supports eye health and boosts immune function. High in Dietary Fiber: Promotes digestive health and helps maintain a healthy weight. Packed with Antioxidants: Helps combat free radicals and supports overall wellness. Low in Calories: A guilt-free snack option for health-conscious individuals.

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How to have carrots as a snack? ›

Dip baby carrots in peanut butter for a rich flavor.

Simply scoop a heaping spoonful of peanut butter on a plate, and arrange carrots around the spoon. Then, scoop some peanut butter up with your carrot and take a bite. This is a great idea for a lunchtime snack.

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How do you cut raw carrot chips? ›

Holding the carrot by the stem, shave off a long thin ribbon of carrot using a vegetable peeler. Try to get the peels as uniform as possible and feel free to snack on any pieces that are too small or too thin to use. Place carrot strips in a large bowl. Gently toss with olive oil, taking care to not break the strips.

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What does eating carrots before bed do? ›

Carrots contain alpha-carotene, which is an antioxidant and a precursor for creating Vitamin A within the body. Research has demonstrated a link between consumption and sleep duration. Mix up your methods for eating and cooking carrots; try them raw or julienned in a stir-fry or even roasted whole.

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What does eating 3 carrots a day do? ›

Carrots have various antioxidants that protect the body against harmful free radicals. Antioxidants may help decrease the risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and various cancers. Carrots are high in fiber, so they help regulate bowel movements and prevent constipation.

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Is peanut butter and carrots a good snack? ›

Add to both kids' and adults' lunch boxes, or enjoy as an after-school snack for a perfect pick-me-up. The protein in the peanut butter will give you a boost of energy while the carrots provide plenty of vitamins and minerals, including a generous dose of vitamin A.

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Are raw carrot chips good for you? ›

While potato chips may offer a tempting crunch and salty flavor, opting for carrot chips or raw carrots as a snack provides a healthier alternative that nourishes your body with the vital nutrients it needs to thrive.

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How do you store fresh carrot chips? ›

Cut carrots into your desired size and shape (sticks, coins, chunks). Place the cut carrots in an air tight container (I used a wide-mouth mason jar but any air-tight container you have will work) and cover the carrots with water. Place the lid tightly on your container and store carrots in the fridge.

Are veggie chips better for you than potato chips? ›

Veggie straws and veggie chips aren't a bad snack choice, but they're not necessarily as healthy as their name implies. If you're looking for a healthier alternative to potato chips, you may be better off just choosing potato chips (and satisfying your snack cravings).

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Are carrot chips processed? ›

Carrot chips are snack which has removed raw carrot's discomfortable smell and retained most of the carrot's nutrition. Carrot chips have the similar processing steps with potato chips processing such as the material cleaning & peeling, cutting, blanching, frying or drying until the chips become crispy.