Charcuterie Chips Savory Crispy (Printable)

Savory crispy chips made from cured meats and cheeses, baked to a perfect, crunchy snack or appetizer.

# Ingredient list:

→ Cured Meats

01 - 3.5 oz thinly sliced salami
02 - 3.5 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
03 - 3.5 oz thinly sliced pepperoni

→ Cheese

04 - 3.5 oz sliced aged cheddar, Manchego, or Parmesan
05 - 3.5 oz sliced Gouda or provolone

→ Optional Garnishes

06 - Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary), finely chopped
07 - Cracked black pepper

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Place cured meat slices in a single layer on one baking sheet without overlapping.
03 - Place cheese slices in a single layer on the second baking sheet, spacing them apart to prevent sticking.
04 - If desired, sprinkle cheese slices evenly with fresh herbs and cracked black pepper.
05 - Bake meat slices for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are crisp and lightly browned. Remove and cool completely to allow crisping.
06 - Bake cheese slices for 6 to 8 minutes until golden and bubbling. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before gently removing.
07 - Arrange cooled meat and cheese chips on a serving platter and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're basically pure flavor with zero filler—just meat and cheese transformed into pure crunch.
  • Takes less than half an hour from kitchen counter to serving platter, making them perfect for last-minute entertaining.
  • Works for low-carb eating without tasting like you're on a diet at all.
02 -
  • Thickness matters enormously—if your meat slices are thick, they'll stay chewy instead of crispy, so really ask the deli for paper-thin cuts.
  • Don't overlap anything on the pan or you'll end up with some crispy and some soft pieces instead of uniform crunch throughout.
03 -
  • Use a sharp metal spatula to lift the cheese chips—a flimsy one will bend and tear them into pieces.
  • If your oven runs hot or cold, adjust the time by a minute or two the first time you make them, then write it down for next time.
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