Crispy Healthy Cottage Cheese Chips: A High-Protein Snack (Print Version)

Whip up crispy, healthy cottage cheese chips for a high-protein snack. My kitchen adventures led to this easy, savory treat. Perfect for guilt-free munching!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: High-Protein, Gluten-Free (check cornstarch)

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 cup (225g) full-fat cottage cheese
02 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch

→ Flavor Boosters

03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
07 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Crunch & Zest

08 - 1-2 teaspoons Everything Bagel Seasoning
09 - Pinch of red pepper flakes

# Instructions:

01 - Okay, first things first, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Then, grab a bowl and dump in your full-fat cottage cheese. Add the cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Now, get in there with a spoon or a spatula and mix, mix, mix! You want everything really well combined, almost like a thick, seasoned paste. It shouldn't be lumpy, so break up any big cottage cheese curds. This is where all the flavors start to marry, and honestly, it already smells pretty good.
02 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. This is crucial, don't skip it, unless you love chiseling food off your pan! Now, dollop your cottage cheese mixture onto the parchment. Take an offset spatula or the back of a spoon and spread it out as thinly and evenly as possible. We’re talking paper-thin, folks. This is the secret to truly crispy healthy cottage cheese chips. If it's too thick, you'll end up with those rubbery pancakes I mentioned earlier. I always get a little messy here, but it's worth it.
03 - Pop that baking sheet into your preheated oven. Let it bake for about 25-30 minutes. What you're looking for here is for the edges to start turning golden brown and for the whole sheet of cottage cheese to firm up. It won't be fully crispy yet, but it should be dry enough to handle. The kitchen will start smelling amazing, a little smoky and garlicky. Don't be tempted to pull it out too early; patience is key for the best healthy cottage cheese chips!
04 - Carefully take the baking sheet out of the oven. This next part can be a bit tricky, but you got this! Gently peel the large sheet of partially baked cottage cheese off the parchment paper. Flip it over and place it directly onto the baking sheet, or onto a fresh piece of parchment if the first one got too greasy. If you’re using Everything Bagel Seasoning, sprinkle it on now. Return it to the oven for another 10-15 minutes, or until it’s beautifully golden brown and super crispy. Keep an eye on it; ovens vary!
05 - Once your healthy cottage cheese chips are golden and crispy, pull them out of the oven. This is another crucial step: let them cool completely on the baking sheet. As they cool, they'll crisp up even more. Seriously, don't rush this part. I've been guilty of grabbing a warm piece too early, and while it's still tasty, it lacks that satisfying crunch we're aiming for. Give them a good 15-20 minutes to chill out.
06 - Once cooled, break the large sheet of crispy cottage cheese into chip-sized pieces. You can make them as big or as small as you like. Listen for that satisfying snap! Serve them up right away. They should be light, airy, and wonderfully crunchy, with all those savory flavors singing. This is the moment you realize all that mixing and spreading was totally worth it. Enjoy your homemade, healthy cottage cheese chips!

# Notes:

01 - Spreading the mixture super thin is the absolute key to crispiness; thick chips turn out chewy.
02 - Always use parchment paper, or you'll be scraping cheese off your pan for ages, trust me on that one.
03 - If they lose crunch, a quick 5-minute refresh in a toaster oven can bring them back to life.
04 - Don't be afraid to experiment with your favorite spices for a personalized touch!

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large baking sheet
02 - Parchment paper
03 - Mixing bowl
04 - Spatula or spoon

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 150
Total Fat: 8g
Total Carbohydrate: 10g
Protein: 12g

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