Description
Crispy cottage cheese chips deliver a protein-packed snack with irresistible crunch. Savory seasonings and golden edges make this quick, healthy treat perfect for guilt-free munching that satisfies any salty craving.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) small curd cottage cheese, well-drained
Seasonings:
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Cooking Aid:
- Olive oil spray (optional, for added crispness)
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by heating the oven to a precise temperature of 350F (175C), ensuring an even cooking environment. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper, then lightly mist with olive oil to create a non-stick surface.
- Eliminate excess moisture from cottage cheese by carefully draining liquid. Combine the cheese with a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, creating a harmonious flavor profile.
- Utilize a spoon to carefully deposit small dollops of the seasoned cottage cheese mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Maintain approximately two inches of space between each portion, then gently press and flatten each mound to achieve a uniform thickness of roughly 0.2 inches.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven, allowing the chips to transform for 20-25 minutes. For optimal crispiness, rotate the chips midway through the cooking process, ensuring even golden browning and a satisfying crunch.
- Once removed from the oven, let the chips rest on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes. This crucial resting period allows the chips to solidify and develop a perfect texture. Serve immediately for maximum enjoyment, or store for later consumption.
Notes
- Drain cottage cheese thoroughly to achieve maximum crispiness, using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove excess moisture.
- Experiment with different seasoning blends like ranch, taco, or Italian herbs to create unique flavor profiles that match your taste preferences.
- Choose low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese based on your dietary needs, understanding that higher fat content might provide a slightly richer texture.
- Ensure even thickness when spreading the cottage cheese to guarantee uniform cooking and consistent crunchiness across all chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2025 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg