A crunchy, high-protein baked snack featuring seasoned cottage cheese, ideal for healthy snacking or dipping.
# Components:
→ Dairy
01 - 2 cups full-fat or low-fat small-curd cottage cheese
→ Seasonings
02 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Optional Toppings
07 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
08 - 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
02 - Place cottage cheese in a fine-mesh sieve and press gently to remove excess liquid. Pat dry with paper towels for optimal crispiness.
03 - In a medium bowl, mix drained cottage cheese with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt until well blended.
04 - Spoon tablespoon-sized mounds onto baking sheet spaced 2 inches apart. Flatten each mound gently with a spoon to form 2 to 2.5 inch diameter circles.
05 - Sprinkle chives or Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
06 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown and edges are crispy.
07 - Allow chips to cool completely on the baking sheet to crisp further.
08 - Carefully lift chips from the sheet and serve immediately or store in an airtight container up to 2 days.
