Crispy Cottage Cheese Chips (Printable Version)
Golden, crispy cottage cheese rounds seasoned with smoky paprika and garlic. A protein-rich snack you can bake in minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 14 oz cottage cheese, low-fat or regular
→ Seasonings
02 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
03 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
→ Optional Toppings
06 - 1 tbsp finely chopped chives
07 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 356°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Place cottage cheese in a fine-mesh strainer and press gently to remove excess liquid.
03 - Transfer cottage cheese to a mixing bowl. Stir in garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt until evenly combined.
04 - Drop heaping teaspoons of mixture onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 1 inch apart. Flatten each mound lightly with back of spoon to form thin rounds.
05 - Sprinkle with chopped chives and/or Parmesan cheese if desired.
06 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until chips are golden and crisp at edges. Rotate trays halfway through for even baking.
07 - Let chips cool on tray for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer to wire rack to cool completely. Serve immediately or store in airtight container for up to 2 days.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Fourteen grams of protein per serving means you can snack guilt-free
- The crispy edges and satisfying crunch rival any potato chip
- Takes minutes to prep and bakes while you do other things
02 -
- The thinner you spread each mound, the crispier your final chip will be
- Removing excess moisture before mixing is the difference between crunchy and soggy
- They keep their texture best when stored with the lid slightly cracked to prevent condensation
03 -
- Space the chips evenly so air can circulate and crisp every edge
- Set a timer for 20 minutes then check every 2 minutes to avoid burning