Parmesan magic! How to make delicate parmesan crisps at home. These Parmesan Crisps are made with one ingredient in two steps in five minutes! Serve as an appetizer, on a salad, or with soup. Crispy deliciousness in one tiny bite!

Parmesan crisps on a tossed green salad.

If you haven't made these little cheesy morsels before, try these easiest-ever Parmesan Crisps. They're a versatile snack that can take a salad from good to great. They're a perfect accompaniment to a bowl of soup or an antipasti platter.
Impressive results with minimal effort.
You'll love the simplicity of this one-ingredient wonder!

🛒 Ingredients

Just one ingredient: Parmigiano Reggiano.

Choose Parmigiano Reggiano or nothing at all. Using quality Parmesan is a must in this recipe. You'll know it's authentic Parmesan if it has the name stamped on the rind.

🔪 Instructions

Preparation: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cheese grating: Use a fine grater to shred the Parmigiano Reggiano into thin, even piles. Ensure you're using authentic Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
Portioning: Take small heaps of the grated Parmesan (about a tablespoon each) and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each heap to allow for spreading.
Baking: Put the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5-7 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Keep a close eye on them to prevent over-browning.
Cooling: Once done, let the crisps cool on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes. They will firm up as they cool.
Serve and enjoy: Transfer the Parmesan crisps to a serving plate and relish the cheesy goodness.

A block of Parmigiano Reggiano, a rasp, and a small mound of finely grated cheese.

Thin, crisp, rich cheesy flavor and sheer elegance in one tiny bite. It's a taste of Italy, right here at home. Keto-friendly!

Serving suggestions for Parmesan Crisps

Enjoy as a snack instead of tortilla chips or potato chips.
Add them to an antipasto platter or a charcuterie board.
They're delicious with Instant Pot Creamy Tomato Soup or Instant Pot Broccoli White Cheddar Soup
Use instead of croutons in salads. Try them with Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad or this Cara Cara Orange and Avocado Salad.

🕑 Storage

Once your crisps are completely cool, transfer them to an airtight container. They'll keep for up to 5 days.

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