Crispy Cheesy Pasta Chips
Imagine pasta transformed into irresistible, golden-brown, crispy chips, coated in a veil of melted cheese and fragrant spices. This viral TikTok trend is incredibly simple to make, visually stunning, and so addictive you won't be able to stop eating them. The appetizer that will revolutionize your parties.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 10.5 oz farfalle (or penne rigate)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 oz finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (optional, for extra umami)
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Watch on TikTokDirections
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (convection setting) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the farfalle according to package directions until al dente, removing them 1 minute before the indicated time to prevent them from becoming too soft in the oven.
- 3
Drain the pasta and immediately spread it out on a clean kitchen towel. Dry them thoroughly—this is the key step to getting truly crispy chips.
- 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- 5
Add the dried pasta to the bowl and toss gently to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
- 6
Incorporate the grated Parmesan and toss again to ensure the cheese is well distributed over each piece of pasta.
- 7
Spread the pasta in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they do not overlap—spacing is crucial for even, crispy cooking.
- 8
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping the pasta halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy. Watch closely during the last 5 minutes as they can brown quickly.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet—they will continue to crisp up as they cool.
- 10
Serve in a bowl or cone, optionally accompanied by a yogurt-lemon dip or avocado cream.
💡 Chef's Tip
The secret to a perfectly crispy pasta chip lies in drying the pasta after cooking. Don't hesitate to place them on paper towels and pat the tops lightly—residual moisture is the enemy of crispiness. For an even more flavorful version, add a pinch of nutritional yeast or miso powder to boost the umami of the cheese.
