👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. This is essential to prevent sticking.
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In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese, dried herbs, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until all the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the cottage cheese.
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Spoon small dollops (about 1-2 tablespoons each) of the seasoned cottage cheese onto the prepared baking sheet. Using the back of a spoon or a small offset spatula, gently spread each dollop into a very thin, even layer, aiming for circles about 2-3 inches in diameter. Ensure they are not touching each other.
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Bake for 30-40 minutes in the preheated oven. The exact timing will depend on your oven and how thinly the cheese was spread. After about 20-25 minutes, the edges should start to look golden and the chips should be firm enough to flip. Carefully flip each chip with a thin spatula if desired, and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until both sides are deeply golden brown and very crispy. They should feel brittle.
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Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the crispy cottage cheese chips to a wire rack to cool completely. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
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Once cool, serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
💡 Notes
For extra crispiness, ensure the cottage cheese is spread as thinly as possible. If the chips lose their crunch after storage, you can re-crisp them in a 150°C (300°F) oven for 5-10 minutes. Feel free to experiment with different spice blends like chili powder, onion powder, or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy umami kick.
🥗 Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
180 kcal
Protein
20g
Total Fat
9g
Saturated Fat
5g
Carbs
5g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
3g
Sodium
350mg
Cholesterol
25mg
