Description
Light, crispy, and packed with protein, these cottage cheese chips are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional chips. Perfect for a high-protein snack, they are easy to make and customizable with your favorite flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (small curds, drained)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (optional, such as thyme or parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with olive oil.
- Drain Cottage Cheese: Ensure the cottage cheese is well-drained to remove excess moisture.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the drained cottage cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried herbs (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Form Chips: Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten them into thin, even rounds.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Cool & Serve: Let the chips cool completely on the baking sheet to allow them to firm up before serving.
Notes
- Draining the Cottage Cheese: Excess moisture can prevent the chips from crisping properly, so ensure thorough draining.
- Baking Consistency: Flatten the chips evenly to ensure uniform baking and crispiness.
- Cooling: Allow the chips to cool fully to achieve the best crunch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American