Festive Tortilla Chips - Perfect for Christmas Holiday Season
These easy Christmas tortilla chips are a fun, no-bake holiday snack! Use cookie cutters to shape corn tortillas, fry until golden, and season with salt. Perfect for dipping or adding festive flair to your snack table!
High Heat, Neutral oil for fryinge.g., avocado, vegetable or canola oil
Saltto taste
lime juiceoptional
Instructions
Cut the Tortillas:
Use cookie cutters to cut festive shapes (e.g., Christmas trees, gingerbread men) from the tortillas. Save the scraps for making tortilla strips or crunchy toppings later.
Heat the Oil:
In a deep pan, heat 2-3 inches of neutral oil over medium-high heat. Test the oil by dropping in a small piece of tortilla—it should sizzle immediately.
Fry the Tortillas:
Fry the tortilla shapes in batches for about 90 seconds, or until golden and crisp. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking.
Drain and Season:
Remove the chips with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt while warm. Add a squeeze of lime juice, if desired.
Transfer the chips to a bowl and serve with your favorite dips like salsa, guacamole, or queso.
Notes
Making Buñuelos: Save the tortilla scraps and fry them until crispy, just like the chips. Dust them with cinnamon sugar for a quick and easy version of buñuelos—a sweet holiday treat!Healthier Option: For a lighter alternative, bake the tortilla shapes at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through.Oil Temperature: Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to avoid soggy chips. Test with a small tortilla piece—it should sizzle immediately when added.Storage: Store leftover chips in an airtight container for up to 2 days to maintain their crunch.