Cottage Cheese Chips
Cottage Cheese Chips are a crunchy, protein-packed snack made by transforming creamy cottage cheese into thin, crispy baked chips. Perfect for movie nights, quick munching, or gatherings, this healthy alternative offers a deliciously addictive crunch with customizable flavors and simple ingredients.
- Author: Emilly
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20-25 chips 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg White
- 1/4 tsp Baking Powder (optional)
- Seasonings to taste: garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking and ensure even crisping.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, grated Parmesan, egg white, baking powder, and your chosen seasonings. Stir until you have a thick, cohesive mixture perfect for shaping.
- Shape the Chips: Using a spoon or your hands, scoop small amounts of mixture onto the baking sheet, then gently flatten each into thin discs about 1/8 inch thick. Keep them evenly spaced to ensure crisp edges.
- Bake Until Golden and Crispy: Bake the chips for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through. They will turn golden-brown with crispy, slightly browned edges when done.
- Cool and Enjoy: Remove from the oven and allow the chips to cool on the tray for 5 to 10 minutes to achieve full crispiness before eating.
Notes
- Patience with Flattening: Flatten chips evenly to ensure consistent crispiness.
- Use Egg Whites: They provide structure without extra fat, keeping chips light and crunchy.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Mixing cottage cheese at room temperature blends better with other ingredients.
- Thin is Key: Thin chips crisp nicely without becoming chewy.
- Cool Before Storing: Let chips cool completely to avoid sogginess in containers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5-7 chips
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Chips, High Protein Snack, Healthy Snack, Low Carb Chips, Gluten Free Snack, Baked Chips, Crunchy Snack