Microwave Sweet Potato Chips (Chewy Style)
Healthy Snack, Kids’ Snack, Microwave Sweet Potato, Chewy Dried Sweet Potato
Introducing a simple microwave sweet potato snack recipe that’s more chewy like dried sweet potato than crispy chips, perfect for kids! You can easily make delicious sweet potato snacks using just your microwave. The texture is a delightful in-between of chips and dried sweet potatoes, making it extra appealing!
Main Ingredients
- 1 large sweet potato
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
The first step to making these delicious sweet potato snacks is to slice the sweet potato as thinly as possible. Using a mandoline slicer can be convenient, but be careful as it’s easy to get slices that are too thick. If they’re too thick, you’ll end up with something closer to chewy dried sweet potato than crispy chips, so thin slicing is key!
Step 2
Slicing the sweet potato thinly might take a bit longer than you expect. Aim for the thinnest slices possible to achieve that chip-like texture. Slices around 0.1-0.2 cm thick are ideal.
Step 3
Soak the thinly sliced sweet potato in cold water for about 10 minutes to remove excess starch. This helps reduce stickiness and results in a cleaner texture.
Step 4
Drain the sweet potato slices using a colander, then thoroughly pat them dry with paper towels. Any remaining moisture can make the sweet potato soggy after microwaving.
Step 5
Line a microwave-safe plate with parchment paper and arrange the sweet potato slices in a single layer, making sure they don’t overlap. Microwave for 3 minutes. After 3 minutes, you’ll notice water collected on the parchment paper underneath the sweet potato. Wiping this moisture away with paper towels is a crucial step! Let the sweet potato cool slightly, flip them over, and then microwave for another 3 minutes.
Step 6
Wipe away the moisture again, let the sweet potato cool slightly, then flip them and microwave for an additional 2 minutes. The cooking time can vary depending on your microwave’s wattage, so check the sweet potato’s doneness and add 1-minute increments if needed to reach your desired texture. Keep an eye on them as they cook.
Step 7
I microwaved mine for a total of about 10 minutes. The key is to let them cool sufficiently and flip them over during the process. As they cool, you’ll feel the exterior become chewier and more elastic.
Step 8
Once cooled, place the sweet potato chips on a cooling rack or a large plate, spreading them out to cool completely. They make a wonderful snack for when you’re feeling peckish or a healthy treat for children.
Step 9
My kids absolutely love these! They have a perfect balance between the crispness of chips and the chewiness of dried sweet potatoes, making them easy and incredibly nutritious snacks.
