These are 2-ingredient magic with big snack energy.
🧀🧅 Cheesy Onion Crisps
Ingredients
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1 large onion (sweet or yellow)
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1–1½ cups shredded cheese
(Parmesan = crispier, Cheddar = bolder, Mozz = mild, or mix)
Instructions
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Heat oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
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Slice onion into very thin rings (thinner = crispier).
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Separate rings and pat dry.
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Drop small mounds of cheese on the sheet, spacing them apart.
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Place an onion ring on each cheese mound.
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Bake 12–18 minutes, until cheese is bubbling and deep golden.
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Cool 5 minutes—they crisp as they set.
Optional flavor boosts
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Black pepper or chili flakes 🌶️
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Garlic powder
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Smoked paprika
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Everything bagel seasoning
Pro tips
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Don’t rush the bake—dark golden = crunch
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Let them cool fully for maximum snap
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Air fryer works too: 375°F, 6–8 min
Perfect for snacking, salads, soups, or “oops I ate the whole tray” moments 😅
Want a keto, vegan, or extra-lacy restaurant-style version next?