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Crispy Cheddar Chips with Butter Drizzle Air Fryer Recipe

These crispy cheddar chips are a perfect snack for those following carnivore diet air fryer recipes, combining rich cheesy flavor with a buttery finish.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer (basket-style, medium to large capacity)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp clarified butter melted
  • Salt to taste (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
  • Form the cheddar chips: Place small mounds (about 1 tbsp each) of shredded cheddar onto parchment paper. Flatten slightly into thin circles.
  • Cook the cheddar chips: Transfer parchment with cheese mounds to the air fryer basket. Air fry for 4–5 minutes, until golden and crisp.
  • Drizzle with butter: Once done, remove chips and drizzle immediately with melted clarified butter.
  • Cool and serve: Let the chips cool for 1–2 minutes to allow them to crisp up fully before serving.

Notes

Garlic Cheddar Chips (Flexible Carnivore):

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp clarified butter (melted)
  • Sprinkle of garlic powder

Spicy Cheddar Chips (Flexible Carnivore):

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp clarified butter (melted)
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika

Herb-Infused Chips (Flexible Carnivore):

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp clarified butter (melted)
  • Dried herbs such as oregano or thyme

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalProtein: 22gFat: 28g
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