Crunchy Cottage Cheese Chips in Minutes
Crunchy Cottage Cheese Chips in Minutes are a quick, healthy, and protein-packed snack that transforms creamy cottage cheese into crispy, flavorful chips without the need for deep-frying. Light and crunchy with a savory smoky kick, these easy-to-make chips are perfect for guilt-free snacking anytime.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: About 20 chips
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Base Ingredients
- Cottage Cheese (full-fat or low-fat) – 1 cup
- Grated Parmesan Cheese – 1/4 cup
- Egg White – 1 large
Seasonings
- Garlic Powder – 1/2 teaspoon
- Smoked Paprika – 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt – 1/4 teaspoon
- Black Pepper – 1/4 teaspoon
For Baking
- Cooking Spray or Parchment Paper – as needed for lining the baking sheet
- Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for even baking and crisping of the chips.
- Mix the Base Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of cottage cheese, 1/4 cup of grated parmesan, and 1 egg white. Stir until smooth and well-incorporated to create a dough-like consistency.
- Add Flavor and Seasonings: Season the mixture with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute flavors.
- Shape the Chips: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly spray it with cooking spray. Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop small blobs of the mixture and flatten gently into thin circles about 2 inches in diameter for optimal crispness.
- Bake Until Golden and Crispy: Bake the chips for 15-20 minutes, checking at around 12 minutes to prevent over-browning. Chips are done when golden around the edges and firm to the touch.
- Cool and Serve: Transfer chips to a cooling rack. Let them cool completely to crisp up further before serving and enjoying.
Notes
- Drain Excess Moisture: Pat cottage cheese dry with paper towels if too watery to help chips hold their shape.
- Thin is Best: Flatten chips evenly and thinly for a satisfying crunch without sogginess.
- Watch the Oven: Monitor the baking closely during the final minutes to avoid burning.
- Use Fresh Parmesan: Freshly grated parmesan crisps up better than pre-shredded.
- Cool Completely: Let chips cool fully on a rack to lock in maximum crispiness before storing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 chips
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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