Description
Homemade cottage cheese chips offer a protein-packed snack that elevates classic potato crisps with creamy Mediterranean flair. Crisp edges and tangy flavor make these chips a delightful alternative you can enjoy guilt-free between meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml / 8 fl oz) small curd cottage cheese, well-drained
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil spray (optional, for added crispness)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Heat oven to 350F (175C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with olive oil for a non-stick surface.
- Season and Mix: Drain cottage cheese thoroughly. Blend with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl to create a well-seasoned mixture.
- Shape and Spread: Drop small portions of seasoned cottage cheese onto prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Gently flatten each dollop to approximately 0.2 inches thick, ensuring uniform shape and size.
- Bake and Crisp: Place baking sheet in preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, rotating chips midway to promote even golden browning and achieve a crispy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Remove chips from oven and allow to rest on baking sheet for 10-15 minutes. This resting period helps chips solidify and develop optimal crunchiness. Serve warm or store for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Thoroughly drain cottage cheese to prevent soggy chips, using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove excess liquid for crispy results.
- Seasoning Secrets: Experiment with different spice blends like smoked paprika, nutritional yeast, or dried herbs to customize flavor profiles and keep the chips interesting.
- Thickness Trick: Use the back of a spoon or silicone spatula to spread mixture uniformly, ensuring consistent thickness prevents uneven cooking and texture variations.
- Storage Strategy: Cool chips completely before storing in an airtight container to maintain crispness, consuming within 3-4 days for optimal taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg