Description
Crispy Baked Pickle Fries are a crunchy, tangy, and addictive snack featuring dill pickle spears coated in a golden, plant-based crispy crust. Baked to perfection without frying, they offer a guilt-free, flavorful treat that is quick to make and perfect for any occasion, from game day snacks to family appetizers.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- Dill Pickle Spears (about 10 spears)
- 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 3/4 cup Plant-Based Milk (unsweetened almond, oat, or soy)
- 1 tsp Vegetarian Worcestershire Sauce (natural)
- 1 1/2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Smoked Turkey Bacon Powder
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika (natural)
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder (natural)
- 1/2 tsp Natural Gelling Agent
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
Optional Variations
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper or Chili Powder (for spicy kick)
- 1/4 cup Shredded Plant-Based Cheese (for cheesy twist)
- 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano, Thyme, or Parsley (for herbal freshness)
- Gluten-Free Flour and Gluten-Free Breadcrumbs (for gluten-free version)
- Different Pickle Types: Bread-and-Butter or Spicy Pickles
Instructions
- Prepare the Pickles: Drain dill pickle spears thoroughly. Pat dry with paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible to ensure coating sticks well and fries stay crispy after baking.
- Set Up Your Breading Stations: In a first bowl, mix all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder (natural), smoked paprika (natural), and smoked turkey bacon powder. In a second bowl, whisk plant-based milk together with vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). In a third bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with natural gelling agent to maintain extra crunch.
- Coat the Pickles: Dip each pickle spear into the flour mixture first, coating completely. Next, dip into the milk mixture ensuring it is well coated. Finally, roll thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture. For a thicker crust, dip again into the milk and breadcrumb mixtures once more.
- Prepare for Baking: Arrange coated pickle fries evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or place on a lightly greased wire rack to allow air circulation for even crispiness.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake fries for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even browning. Remove when fries are golden and crispy with a tangy crunch.
Notes
- Pat pickles dry thoroughly to avoid soggy fries.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for superior texture and crispiness compared to regular breadcrumbs.
- Double dipping enhances crust thickness and crunch.
- Bake on a wire rack to allow hot air circulation and achieve maximum crispiness without extra oil.
- Monitor baking time closely; baking beyond 25 minutes may dry out pickles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 10 fries)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Crispy Baked Pickle Fries, Pickle Fries, Baked Pickles, Plant-Based Snack, Healthy Snack, Gluten-Free Snack, Appetizer, Snack Recipe
