Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (well drained)
- 2 Egg Whites
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Almond Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
Optional Add-ins
- Fresh or dried herbs (rosemary, thyme, chives) – to taste
- Cayenne pepper or smoked paprika (for spicy twist) – optional
- Cheese alternatives (cheddar or Asiago) – optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the well-drained cottage cheese, egg whites, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until evenly mixed. The mixture should be thick but spreadable; if too runny, add more almond flour gradually.
- Shape the Chips: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop small spoonfuls of the mixture onto the sheet. Flatten each spoonful into thin, round chips about 2 to 3 inches wide, leaving space between each for even baking.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the chips for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and crisp around the edges. Check in the last few minutes to avoid burning and achieve desired crispness.
- Cool and Crisp Up: Remove the chips from the oven and transfer them onto a wire rack to cool completely. This step helps them harden further, resulting in maximum crunch.
Notes
- Use well-drained or strained cottage cheese to prevent soggy chips.
- The thinner the chip spread, the crispier the result.
- Allow enough spacing between chips on the baking sheet for proper air circulation.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow an even bake without additional oil.
- Oven temperatures vary, so start checking for doneness around 12 minutes for best results.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain crunch.
- Freeze chips in a single layer on parchment paper inside a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month and re-crisp in the oven before serving.
- Avoid microwaving leftovers to preserve crispness; reheat in a 325°F (160°C) oven for 5-7 minutes instead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 chips
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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