Description

Cottage Cheese Chips are a crunchy, protein-packed snack combining creamy cottage cheese with a delightful crispiness. Easy to make with simple pantry staples, they can be customized with your favorite herbs, spices, and cheeses. Ready in under 30 minutes, these baked chips provide a healthy, savory snack perfect for any time of day.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 cup full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese, well drained
2 egg whites
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder or smoked paprika (optional)

Optional Fresh Herbs

1 teaspoon finely chopped rosemary, chives, or thyme

Optional Variations

¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or chili flakes (for spicy kick)
¼ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese (for cheesy combo)
1 teaspoon finely chopped basil or dill (for herb-infused flavor)
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water (as egg white substitute for gluten-free option)
¼ teaspoon cinnamon and 1 teaspoon honey (for sweet-savory twist)

Instructions

Prepare Your Mixture: Start by draining excess liquid from the cottage cheese for firmer chips, then combine it with egg whites, grated Parmesan, salt, pepper, and your choice of seasonings in a mixing bowl. Stir everything together until evenly blended.
Shape Your Chips: Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a spoon, dollop small, thin mounds of the mixture, pressing each lightly so they spread evenly. The thinner the chips, the crispier the outcome.
Bake to Perfection: Place the trays in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown and crisp. Start checking at 18 minutes to avoid burning.
Cool and Crisp: After baking, let the Cottage Cheese Chips cool completely on a wire rack, which helps them firm up to achieve that irresistible crunch.
Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, serve these chips with your favorite dips or enjoy them solo as a nutritious snack to power your day.

Notes

Drain well: Removing extra moisture from cottage cheese is key to achieving maximum crispiness.
Thin spreads: Use the back of a spoon or spatula to spread the mixture as thin as possible on the baking sheet.
Even spacing: Leave enough space between chips so they bake uniformly without sticking together.
Watch cooking time: Start checking at 18 minutes, as ovens vary and you want perfectly golden chips.
Use parchment paper: It prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking

Nutrition

Serving Size: 5 chips
Calories: 90
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 11g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Cottage Cheese Chips, Healthy Snack, High Protein Snack, Gluten-Free Snack, Baked Chips, Low Carb Snack