My tortilla chips are quick and easy to make. Crispy, tasty and so much healthier than the packet version, they are vegan-friendly and perfect with your favourite dips.
Homemade Tortilla Chips
I’m a dipaphile. We love them as an informal first course for a cosy supper at home. I often rustle up a bowlful of guacamole, hummus, salsa, or a bean-based dip and serve it with something suitable to scoop it up. There are many choices: vegetable crudités, a packet of crisps, Melba toast – or these homemade tortilla chips, which are easy to make from bought wraps.
When it’s just us, I admit that we have been known to commit the ultimate dipping crime: a (gasp!) double dip. In our defence, we do flip our chip end for end, and dip the unbitten end. I’m sure purists would still be still horrified.
This recipe is very easy to make and perfect with a spicy guacamole or hearty hummus. Homemade tortilla chips (or tortilla crisps) are much healthier than the packet ones, as they are baked rather than fried.
Additionally, you can control the amount of salt, and even the greatest salt fiend is unlikely to douse them in the quantity found in the shop-bought variety. In short, they are better for your blood pressure, better for serving to children and all-round nicer.
How to Make Tortilla Chips
Step 1 – Place a pizza stone or baking tray in the oven. Preheat to 220C/425F/Gas mark 7.
Step 2 – Brush the wrap with olive oil. Cut it into strips.
Step 3 – Cut the strips into triangles.
Step 4 – Arrange on a pizza stone, or baking tray
Step 5 – Bake for about 10 minutes until golden and crisp. Keep a close eye on them, as they can become overcooked quite quickly.
Step 6 – Once they’re done, remove from the oven, allow to cool and serve with your favourite dip.
Hints, Tips & Variations for Homemade Tortilla Chips
- The one thing you do have to be careful about with these homemade tortilla chips is timing. The difference between underdone and overdone is tight. When testing this recipe, we burnt a couple of batches by not being sufficiently attentive to the oven. Don’t turn your back, even for a second. If you do, they’re sure to burn! Experiment to find out exactly how long they take in your oven, and keep a close eye on them after about eight minutes.
- For the spices, I’ve tried cumin, chilli, harissa or celery salt but I don’t really have a favourite, going with how I’m feeling at the time, and what works best for the dip I’m serving. I’m sure there are plenty of others that would work just as well. Experiment!
These are the best homemade tortilla chips - crispy, tasty, healthier than the packet version, and perfect with your favourite dip. Made in minutes too! Vegan.
- 1 wrap
- 1 tsp olive oil
- salt and pepper
- 1 tsp spices (choice)
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Place a pizza stone or baking tray in the oven. Preheat to 220C/425F/Gas mark 7.
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Brush the wrap with olive oil. Cut it into strips, and then cut each strip into triangles. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and your choice of spice, if wanted. Try cumin, chilli, harissa or celery salt.
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Place on the pizza stone and bake for about 10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- When baking your tortilla chips, watch them very carefully. They can go from underdone to burnt in a matter of seconds.
- Experiment with different spices to find the flavours you enjoy.
Nutritional Information
- This recipe is 4 Weight Watchers Smart Points per portion
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This recipe was originally posted in July 2017, but was rewritten and republished with new photos, step by step instructions and hints & tips in August 2019.
Serve these homemade tortilla chips with my Yogurt, Pomegranate Molasses, Mint & Tahini Dip
or, for something a little more luxurious, Luxurious & Simple Lobster Dip Two Ways
Sarah @ Maison Cupcake
Cool – I’d forgotten you could do this, thanks for the reminder.
Amber Shea @Almost Vegan
Homemade tortilla chips are the best! One tortilla would NOT be enough for me, hehe.
Choclette
Great idea – thanks for that. I too love my dips.
the caked crusader
There are times when I would kill for a good dip and something nice and crispy to dip into it! These look amazing
Lizzie
I tried these made with corn oil and creole seasoning. They were amazing! I’ll definitely be making them again, such a good way to use up tortillas. They cook surprisingly quickly though.
Iryna
This is such a great idea! I’ve never thought to make chips from tortilla wrap! I need to try this at home!
Helen
So much better than the packet ones.
Deanna
This looks yummy!! Homemade is o much better than store bought!!
Helen
Always homemade.
debi at Life Currents
Hee hee, I am a double dipper, but only at home. These look great; we love making our own chips like this.
Helen
Only double dip when you cannot be seen!
Edyta @ Innocent Delight
Great idea for homemade tortilla chips. I cannot wait to make them and dip in some guacamole :)
Helen
We love them here!
cookilicious
Homemade tortilla chips & that too baked..why not!! Loved the pics as well..I enjoy double dipping but only at home :)
Helen
Only double dip when you cannot be seen!
Michelle @ Greedy Gourmet
Have not heard of Flip & Dip before but it looks like a great dinner for idea on hot summer evenings with some flatbread!
Helen
And a cheeky glass of wine!
Sarah
These look yummy! Ive made my own tortilla chips before actually, when I didn’t have enough money to get by. They make a great snack!
Lauretta at Home and Horizon
I love tortillas. This is such a great alternative. I’ll bookmark the recipe so I can make these with the kids.
Helen
So much better for you to make your own.
Stephanie Usher
I LOVE making homemade tortilla chips, I think they taste amazing! The new Philadelphia product looks awesome! xxx
Helen
Love homemade chips and the new Philly dip.
Erin Ek Rush
I love tortilla chips, what a great idea. Perfect for summer too.
Helen
I love chips and dips!