Hands holding two ceramic bowls of golden and red beet chips on a rustic table with herbal tea and rosemary, showcasing sweet and savory dehydrated beet chip flavors.

Sweet vs. Savory Beet Chips: Best Dehydrator Recipes for Healthy Snacking


It started as a friendly kitchen experiment, but turned into a full-blown flavor showdown: sweet vs. savory beet chips. Both styles have their loyal fans, and after taste testing (a lot), I knew I had to put them head-to-head.

If you love beet chips—or are just getting started with your Magic Mill dehydrator—this post is your guide to the ultimate beet chip flavor experience.

Contender 1: The Sweet Beet Chip

These chips highlight beets' natural sugars, turning them into chewy-sweet gems. I coat mine with a hint of maple syrup, cinnamon, and a dash of vanilla powder. They're like fruit leather meets chip—perfect for mid-morning cravings or healthy dessert vibes.

Sweet Beet Chip Recipe

  • 3 golden or red beets, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp vanilla bean powder or extract
  • Pinch of sea salt

Dehydrate at 135°F for 8–10 hours, flipping halfway for even texture. Let cool fully for peak crunch.

Contender 2: The Savory Beet Chip

This one's for the spice lovers. These beet chips are bold, earthy, and slightly smoky, featuring a blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and nutritional yeast. Think crunchy, umami-rich perfection.

Savory Beet Chip Recipe

  • 3 beets, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive or avocado oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Cracked black pepper + pinch of salt

Dehydrate at 135°F for 8–10 hours. These store well and make amazing salad toppers too!

The Verdict?

Honestly… it depends on your craving. Sweet is cozy, energizing, and great for kids. Savory is satisfying, rich, and totally addicting. I keep both stocked for different moods—and let guests decide who wins the snack battle.

Join the Battle

Try both recipes and tell us: Are you #TeamSweet or #TeamSavory?

Grab the Magic Mill dehydrator here to start your flavor showdown at home!




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Sweet vs. Savory Beet Chips | Flavor Battle with Magic Mill
Put sweet and savory beet chips head-to-head in this flavor showdown. Get two unique recipes for your Magic Mill dehydrator and vote your favorite!
“It’s the ultimate snack showdown: sweet beet chips with maple and cinnamon vs. savory chips spiced with garlic and smoked paprika. Two flavor-packed recipes made in your dehydrator—only one can win. Which side are you on?”