These Crispy Cottage Cheese Treats are a delightful and protein-packed snack featuring a golden, crunchy exterior and a creamy, flavorful interior. Made with cottage cheese, Parmesan, and almond flour, seasoned with garlic and paprika, they are baked to perfection for a healthy, satisfying bite.
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:12 servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese, drained
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup almond flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 egg, beaten
Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray the parchment paper with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained cottage cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Shape Treats: Shape the mixture into small balls or patties. Then dip each one into the beaten egg, making sure they are fully coated, which helps with browning and crispiness.
Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the coated balls or patties on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil to promote a crispy crust.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through baking (after 10 minutes) to ensure even crisping and golden color on both sides.
Cool and Serve: Once baked to a golden crisp, remove from the oven and let the treats cool slightly on a wire rack or the baking sheet before serving to enhance texture and flavor.
Notes
Draining the cottage cheese well is crucial to avoid excess moisture so the treats become crispy.
You can substitute almond flour with gluten-free flour if desired.
For a stronger flavor, add a pinch of chili powder or cayenne pepper instead of or in addition to paprika.
These treats are best served warm but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
Use a non-stick baking sheet or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
