Crispy Cottage Cheese Chips: Baked and Microwave Recipes for a Healthy Snack Recipe
Deliciously crispy cottage cheese chips made by baking or microwaving fresh cottage cheese that has been drained, shaped, and cooked until golden brown. These chips are a high-protein, low-carb snack perfect for satisfying savory cravings, with easy preparation methods for both oven and microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (oven) or 3 minutes (microwave)
- Total Time: 35 minutes (oven) or 13 minutes (microwave including prep)
- Yield: Approximately 20 chips 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Cottage Cheese Chips
- 1 cup fresh, creamy cottage cheese (well-drained)
- Oil spray (such as olive oil or cooking spray)
- Parchment paper
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with oil to prevent sticking.
- Drain Cottage Cheese: Use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to drain excess liquid from the cottage cheese. This is essential to get crispy chips.
- Form Chips: Using a spoon or small ice cream scoop, place small mounds of cottage cheese onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each mound with the back of a spoon to form thin, round chips. Leave space between each for even baking.
- Bake: Bake the chips for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
- Cool and Serve: Let the chips cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. They will crisp up further as they cool. Transfer to a plate and enjoy as a snack or with dips.
- Microwave Preparation: Lightly spray parchment paper cut to fit your microwave plate with oil.
- Drain Cottage Cheese (Microwave Method): Drain the excess liquid from the cottage cheese as before.
- Microwave Chips: Spread an even layer of cottage cheese onto the prepared parchment paper. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Cool and Break: Carefully remove the parchment paper and let cool for a few minutes. Break the crispy mixture into snack-sized pieces and enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure the cottage cheese is well-drained for maximum crispiness.
- Watch closely during baking or microwaving to prevent burning, as cooking times may vary.
- Allow chips to cool completely to reach their optimal crisp texture.
- These chips pair well with a variety of dips like salsa, guacamole, or ranch dressing.
- Store leftover chips in an airtight container to maintain crispness, though best consumed fresh.
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