Description
Crispy cottage cheese chips deliver a protein-packed snack sensation that defies expectations. Crunchy, savory, and surprisingly light, these chips provide a guilt-free munchie you can enjoy anytime with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (256 grams) whole milk small curds cottage cheese (4% milkfat)
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) garlic powder
Binding/Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a scorching 400°F (200°C), ensuring the temperature is precise for optimal crispiness.
- Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat, creating a non-stick surface for the cottage cheese.
- Carefully spread the cottage cheese in a thin, uniform layer across the entire prepared baking surface, aiming for consistent thickness.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and allow the cheese to transform for approximately 30 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown color and crisp edges.
- Once the cheese has reached a delicate, crunchy texture, carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven.
- Let the baked cheese cool completely at room temperature, which will help it firm up and become more brittle.
- Gently fracture the crisp sheet into bite-sized chips, breaking along natural fault lines to create irregular, rustic pieces.
- Transfer the cottage cheese chips to a serving plate, ready to be enjoyed as a protein-packed, low-carb snack.
Notes
- Opt for full-fat cottage cheese to achieve maximum crispiness and better texture when baking.
- Ensure the cottage cheese layer is thin and even across the baking sheet for uniform cooking and consistent crunch.
- Experiment with different seasonings like garlic powder, paprika, or Italian herbs before baking to enhance flavor profile.
- Store cooled chips in an airtight container to maintain crispness for 2-3 days at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 206 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 918 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg