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HEALTHY OVEN-BAKED CELERY ROOT CHIPS — A DELICATE, CRISPY VEGGIE SNACK

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HEALTHY OVEN-BAKED CELERY ROOT CHIPS — A DELICATE, CRISPY VEGGIE SNACK

HEALTHY OVEN-BAKED CELERY ROOT CHIPS — A DELICATE, CRISPY VEGGIE SNACK

These celery root chips offer a unique, crunchy snack experience reminiscent of apple chips but with their own earthy flavor. Slightly trickier to prepare than beetroot chips due to texture, using a sharp slicer for thin rounds is essential. Baked gently and dehydrated for crispness, these chips make a wholesome and satisfying alternative to traditional snacks.

🕒 Prep Time: 15 min

🍳 Cook Time: 45–50 min
🍽️ Yields: 1 batch (adjust quantity as desired)

Ingredients

  • Young celery root (celeriac), peeled and trimmed
  • Sea salt — to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Celery Root

  • Select younger, smaller celery roots to avoid fibrous texture.
  • Peel thoroughly.
  • If large, cut into 2–4 manageable pieces to fit your slicer.
  • Using a mandoline or slicer, cut the celery root into very thin, even rounds.

2. Arrange and Season

  • Place the slices on parchment-lined baking trays in a single layer without overlapping.
  • Sprinkle generously with sea salt.

3. First Bake

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) with fan enabled.
  • Bake two trays at once for 20 minutes.
  • Check slices—edges should lift and dry slightly, centers cooked but still tender (not raw or hard).
  • Remove finished trays and transfer chips to a large bowl.

4. Dehydrate for Crispness

  • Re-arrange all chips on fewer trays spaced apart without overlap (chips shrink during baking).
  • Reduce oven temperature to 130°C (265°F) with fan.
  • Bake for an additional 20–25 minutes until chips are fully dehydrated and crisp.

5. Cool and Store

  • Allow chips to cool completely on trays to lock in crunch.
  • Once cool, store in airtight containers or serve immediately.
  • If chips soften over time, re-crisp by baking at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes.

💡 Tips

  • A sharp mandoline is crucial for achieving thin, even slices that crisp well.
  • Smaller, younger celery roots provide a tender texture.
  • Avoid overlapping slices to prevent steaming and sogginess.
  • Cooling chips on trays before storage helps maintain crispness.
  • Reheating soft chips restores their crunchiness.

🎉 Perfect For

  • Healthy, low-calorie snacks
  • Vegan and gluten-free treat options
  • Party platters or lunchbox additions
  • Alternative vegetable chips for snacking

📝 Final Thoughts

Oven-baked celery root chips offer a crunchy, lightly earthy snack with subtle sweetness, making them a delicious and healthy alternative to conventional chips. With careful slicing and slow baking, you’ll achieve the perfect crispiness and flavor every time.