These crunchy cottage cheese chips are the perfect high-protein snack! Made with just one ingredient and no added oil, they’re so tasty you’d never guess they’re keto-friendly and nutritious.
If you’re on the hunt for a healthy, savory snack, this is the answer. Just grab some cottage cheese, add seasonings if you like, and bake them to perfection. These crispy chips are just as surprising as the viral cottage cheese flatbread or cottage cheese brownies!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Macro-Friendly: Each serving of these cottage cheese chips packs over 13 grams of protein with just 4 grams of carbs. They’re low-carb, keto-friendly, and gluten-free. Plus, since they’re baked without oil instead of fried, they’re also low in calories, just 117 per serving!
- Nutritious: Cottage cheese is loaded with protein, B vitamins, and essential minerals like calcium, making these chips a satisfying and wholesome snack.
- Quick & Easy: This might just be the simplest protein chip recipe ever, just one ingredient and an oven! In no time, you’ll have crispy, crunchy chips to snack on.
- Customizable: Add your favorite flavors with seasonings like Italian herbs, smoked paprika, or garlic. You can even make these chips in the microwave for an even quicker option!
Ingredients and Tips
You only need one ingredient, 1 cup (240 g) cottage cheese, full fat!
However, there are a few key things to keep in mind while making these chips:
- Use full-fat cottage cheese. Low-fat and nonfat versions won’t crisp up properly and may turn out dry or tough. Through testing, I found that 0% and 2% fat varieties didn’t work well. For the best results, go with small curd, full-fat cottage cheese (I used Good Culture).
Flavor Ideas
You can enjoy these chips plain or spice them up with different seasonings! Since cottage cheese is already naturally savory, go easy on the salt. Here are some tasty options:
- Classic Salt & Pepper: A simple pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Spicy Kick: Mix in ⅓ teaspoon of smoked paprika, a dash of chili powder, and a pinch of cayenne.
- Ranch Flavor: Stir in a bit of ranch seasoning for crispy, ranch-flavored chips.
- Onion Infusion: Before baking, add ⅓ teaspoon of onion powder and a touch of kosher salt.
- Garlic Lovers: Season with ⅓ teaspoon of garlic powder and a bit of lemon zest for a zesty, garlicky crunch.
- Italian Herb Blend: Mix in Italian seasoning or a combination of dried dill, oregano, rosemary, garlic powder, and onion powder.
How To Make Cottage Cheese Chips
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Oven Method :
- Preheat & Prep: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray it with oil or olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Drain & Season: Remove any excess liquid from the cottage cheese. If you’d like, mix in your favorite seasonings for extra flavor.
- Shape the Chips: Using a spoon, scoop small portions of cottage cheese onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten them into thin rounds, about 0.2 inches (0.5 cm) thick, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the tray on the middle rack and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy. Be careful not to overbake, as this can make them too tough.
- Cool & Crisp Up: Let the chips cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, they will continue to crisp up as they cool.
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Microwave Method :
- Prep & Shape: Line a microwave-safe plate with parchment paper. Scoop small portions of cottage cheese onto the plate, flattening them into 0.2-inch (0.5 cm) thin rounds. Space them apart to allow for spreading.
- Cook & Cool: Microwave on high for 2 minutes, then let the chips sit for 10-15 minutes to fully crisp up before enjoying.
Storage Instructions
- Refrigeration: Allow the chips to cool completely before storing. Place them in an airtight container, layering them with parchment paper to maintain their crunch. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: For longer storage, transfer the chips to a zip-top bag and freeze for up to 1 month.
- Reheating: To bring back their crispiness, warm them in a preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for a few minutes.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 118 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 4.1g
- Protein: 13.3g
- Fat: 5.2g
- Saturated Fat: 2.1g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 0.9g
- Cholesterol: 20.4mg
- Sodium: 378 mg
- Potassium: 125mg
- Sugar: 3.2g
- Vitamin A: 168 IU
- Calcium: 100mg
- Iron: 0.1mg
These crispy cottage cheese chips are a high-protein, low-carb snack that’s keto-friendly and packed with nutrients!
Cottage Cheese Chips
These crunchy cottage cheese chips are the perfect high-protein snack!
Notes
Ingredients
You can enjoy these chips plain or spice them up with different seasonings! Since cottage cheese is already naturally savory, go easy on the salt. Here are some tasty options:- Classic Salt & Pepper: A simple pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Spicy Kick: Mix in ⅓ teaspoon of smoked paprika, a dash of chili powder, and a pinch of cayenne.
- Ranch Flavor: Stir in a bit of ranch seasoning for crispy, ranch-flavored chips.
- Onion Infusion: Before baking, add ⅓ teaspoon of onion powder and a touch of kosher salt.
- Garlic Lovers: Season with ⅓ teaspoon of garlic powder and a bit of lemon zest for a zesty, garlicky crunch.
- Italian Herb Blend: Mix in Italian seasoning or a combination of dried dill, oregano, rosemary, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Instructions
-
Oven Method :
- Preheat & Prep: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray it with oil or olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Drain & Season: Remove any excess liquid from the cottage cheese. If you’d like, mix in your favorite seasonings for extra flavor.
- Shape the Chips: Using a spoon, scoop small portions of cottage cheese onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten them into thin rounds, about 0.2 inches (0.5 cm) thick, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the tray on the middle rack and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy. Be careful not to overbake, as this can make them too tough.
- Cool & Crisp Up: Let the chips cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, they will continue to crisp up as they cool.
-
Microwave Method :
- Prep & Shape: Line a microwave-safe plate with parchment paper. Scoop small portions of cottage cheese onto the plate, flattening them into 0.2-inch (0.5 cm) thin rounds. Space them apart to allow for spreading.
- Cook & Cool: Microwave on high for 2 minutes, then let the chips sit for 10-15 minutes to fully crisp up before enjoying.
