Are cottage cheese chips good?

Yes, Cottage Cheese Chips taste savory and satisfying. They also offer high protein and lower carbs, so they fit many healthy snack goals.

Why aren't my cottage cheese chips crispy?

Usually, excess moisture causes softness. So drain and dry the cottage cheese well. Also, let the Cottage Cheese Chips cool completely before serving.

How do you make cottage cheese crisps in the air fryer?

You can spoon and flatten small portions on parchment that fits your air fryer basket. Then cook at about 350°F for 8 to 12 minutes, checking often. However, watch closely since they brown quickly.

Is there anything unhealthy about cottage cheese?

Cottage cheese contains sodium, about 720 mg per serving in this recipe. So if you watch salt intake, choose a lower sodium option. Otherwise, it offers protein and calcium with moderate calories.

Cottage Cheese Chips Ultimate Crispy Snack

Name: Cottage Cheese Chips Ultimate Crispy Snack
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: PT-492193H2M45S
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup small curd cottage cheese (4% milk fat recommended); 1 teaspoon onion powder (optional); 2 teaspoons Everything but the Bagel seasoning (optional)

Description

Cottage Cheese Chips are a high protein, low carb snack that bakes up crispy and golden in about 45 minutes. They deliver big crunch using simple ingredients and work perfectly for healthy snacking and busy days.

Ingredients

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1 cup small curd cottage cheese (4% milk fat recommended)

1 teaspoon onion powder (optional)

2 teaspoons Everything but the Bagel seasoning (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Drain excess liquid from cottage cheese and pat dry thoroughly.

3. Mix cottage cheese with onion powder if using.

4. Spoon tablespoon sized portions onto baking sheet about 1 inch apart.

5. Gently flatten each portion for even baking.

6. Sprinkle seasoning on top if desired.

7. Bake 30 to 40 minutes, checking around 25 minutes, until edges turn golden.

8. Cool completely on parchment before removing to allow chips to crisp fully.

Notes

Dry the cottage cheese thoroughly for best crispness.

Ovens vary, so monitor closely near the end of baking.

Cooling fully improves texture and prevents breaking.

Best enjoyed fresh since texture softens when stored.

One serving is about six chips depending on size.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 to 40 minutes
Category: Easy Healthy Snack Ideas
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: Half batch (about 6 chips)
Calories: 85
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 720 mg
Fat: 1 g
Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 4 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 14 g
Cholesterol: 5 mg