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Homemade air fryer chips coated in Copycat Doritos Seasoning served in a bowl.

Copycat Doritos Recipe in the Air Fryer


  • Total Time: 21 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Learn how to make your own snacks with this easy Copycat Doritos Recipe using an air fryer. In just a few simple steps, you can recreate the bold, cheesy flavor and signature crunch of store-bought Doritos at home. This snack recipe uses pantry staples like corn tortillas and a homemade seasoning blend featuring cheese powder, smoked paprika, garlic salt, and lime. Air frying delivers crispy chips with minimal oil, making them a healthier alternative. Perfect for parties, road trips, or lunchboxes, these homemade chips stay fresh for days and can be customized with fun flavor twists.


Ingredients

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  • 6 corn tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons cheese powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).

    2. Cut corn tortillas into six triangles each.

    3. Lightly brush tortilla triangles with olive oil.

    4. Place tortillas in air fryer basket in a single layer.

    5. Air fry for 4 to 6 minutes, flipping halfway through.

    6. Combine cheese powder, smoked paprika, garlic salt, onion powder, chili powder, sugar, cayenne pepper, and lime juice.

    7. Transfer hot chips to a bowl and sprinkle seasoning over them.

    8. Toss chips until evenly coated with seasoning.

    9. Let chips cool on a wire rack to maintain crunch.

    10. Store cooled chips in an airtight container for up to five days.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 6 minutes
    • Category: snack
    • Method: air fryer
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 8 chips
    • Calories: 120
    • Sugar: 1
    • Sodium: 200
    • Fat: 5
    • Saturated Fat: 1
    • Unsaturated Fat: 3
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 16
    • Fiber: 2
    • Protein: 2
    • Cholesterol: 0

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