Description
Crispy cottage cheese chips offer a guilt-free snack that surprises taste buds with protein-packed crunch. Wholesome ingredients and simple preparation make this low-carb treat an instant favorite for health-conscious snackers seeking delicious alternatives.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Binding/Coating:
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, creating a non-stick surface for even chip formation.
- In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine cottage cheese, almond flour, and grated parmesan cheese until a uniform, slightly chunky mixture develops.
- Incorporate all seasonings – garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper – mixing gently to distribute flavors evenly throughout the cheese base.
- Crack the egg into the mixture and drizzle olive oil, whisking everything together until a cohesive, moldable batter forms with consistent texture.
- Optional: Sprinkle nutritional yeast into the mixture for an enhanced umami flavor and additional nutritional boost.
- Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop small dollops of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 1 inch apart to allow for spreading.
- Gently flatten each dollop with the back of a spoon or spatula, creating thin, circular chip-like shapes approximately 1/8 inch thick.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through to ensure uniform golden-brown crispiness.
- Remove from oven when edges are crisp and centers appear lightly golden, allowing chips to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet to further firm up.
- Transfer chips to a wire rack to cool completely, where they will continue to crisp and develop a satisfying crunch.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar or gouda for unique flavor profiles that complement the cottage cheese base.
- Adjust seasoning combinations to match dietary preferences or cultural taste preferences, such as adding smoked paprika or cumin for a southwestern twist.
- Ensure cottage cheese is well-drained to prevent excess moisture, which could compromise the chips’ crispy texture and even baking process.
- For gluten-free and low-carb diets, the almond flour provides an excellent alternative to traditional wheat-based flours, maintaining a crisp and satisfying chip experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg