Crispy Cottage Cheese Treats
Crispy Cottage Cheese Treats are a delightful and nutritious snack that perfectly balances creamy cottage cheese and a satisfying crunch. These golden bites are packed with protein, making them an ideal guilt-free indulgence for health-conscious snackers. Perfect for gatherings or a quick bite at home, they can be easily customized with your favorite seasonings and dips. In just under 30 minutes, you’ll impress family and friends alike with these delicious treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 treats 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Dip spoonfuls of the cottage cheese mixture into the eggs to coat.
- Roll the egg-coated cottage cheese balls in breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
- Bake on the prepared sheet for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 treat (30g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg