Low Sugar Ginger-Scallion Sweet Potato Chips
Crunchy, golden, and packed with bold flavor, these baked sweet potato chips are the kind of snack that disappears fast. Coconut oil gives each slice a beautifully crisp edge, while fresh ginger and turmeric add a warm, aromatic kick that store-bought chips simply can't match. The scallion greens scattered over the hot chips at the end bring a fresh, savory finish that makes the whole thing feel a little fancy without any extra effort. Sweet potatoes have natural sweetness on their own, so there's absolutely no need for added sugar — the flavor is complex and satisfying all on its own. Getting the slices paper-thin is the real secret here; a mandoline makes it easy, but a sharp knife and a little patience work just as well. These are a great reminder that snacking without added sugar doesn't mean settling for bland or boring.
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4 servings
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 ½ lb total), scrubbed
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (green parts only)
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the sweet potatoes into rounds about 1/16-inch (1.5 mm) thick — thin enough to see light through when held up.
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