Oven baked onion rings –Are you ready to take your snacking game to the next level? Forget boring chips and pretzels, because we’re about to dive into the crispy world of baked onion rings! Yes, you heard that right! We’re turning those sad, soggy, fried rings into crunchy delights that won’t leave you feeling guilty. Grab your apron, and let’s get cooking!
Baked Onion Rings
Get your taste buds ready for a flavor explosion! These crispy baked onion rings are the perfect side dish or appetizer to impress your friends and family!
Ingredients:
- 2 large onions
- 1 cup of breadcrumbs (panko works great!)
- ½ cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 cup of buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Trust me, your baking sheet will thank you later!
- While you’re waiting, cut those onions into thick slices. Remember, the thicker the slice, the better the ring!
- In one bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg. In another bowl, mix the flour with a pinch of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Finally, place the breadcrumbs in a third bowl. You’re basically creating an onion ring assembly line!
- Dip each onion slice first into the flour mixture, then into the buttermilk mix, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs. Make sure they’re well-coated; we want crunchy perfection!
- Place the coated onion rings on the baking sheet, then give them a little spritz with cooking spray. This will help them crisp up beautifully in the oven.
- Bake for about 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through. You want them golden brown and super crunchy. It might take all your willpower not to eat them right out of the oven!
- Once baked to perfection, let them cool for a minute, grab your favorite dipping sauce, and dig in!
There you have it—a ridiculously tasty snack that’s baked, not fried, but just as satisfying. These baked onion rings are the perfect addition to any gathering, movie night, or simply when you want to indulge without the guilt. Enjoy!