Description
Crispy Cottage Cheese Chips are a delicious, low-carb snack made by baking a blend of cottage cheese, shredded cheese, and almond flour with flavorful spices. These golden-brown chips offer a crunchy texture combined with savory cheese flavor, making them a perfect healthy alternative to traditional chips.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional
- Fresh herbs (like rosemary or thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the chips evenly and prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese and shredded cheese. Mix thoroughly to ensure the cheeses blend well together.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the almond flour, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated into a uniform batter.
- Scoop the Mixture: Use a spoon or cookie scoop to place small dollops of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each dollop into a thin circle about 1/4 inch thick for even crisping.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Monitor closely until the chips turn golden brown and become crispy.
- Cool Down: Remove the chips from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. This cooling time helps them crisp up further.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy the chips immediately or store them in an airtight container for later snacking. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme before serving.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent the chips from sticking and to help with easy cleanup.
- Flatten the chip mixture well to ensure they become crispy rather than soggy.
- Keep a close watch during baking to prevent burning as oven temperatures may vary.
- Almond flour works best for a gluten-free, low-carb chip but you can experiment with other nut flours.
- For extra flavor, try adding different herbs or spices like smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.
