Description
These Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots are an easy, healthy, and crispy snack made with just cottage cheese and panko breadcrumbs. Baked to golden perfection, they offer a protein-packed alternative to traditional tater tots with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 and 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese and panko breadcrumbs. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes firm enough to shape. If the mixture is too wet, gradually add more breadcrumbs until the correct consistency is reached.
- Form Tots: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and shape it into a tot using your hands. Place each formed tot on the prepared baking sheet. Continue until all the mixture is used.
- Bake the Tots: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the tots for 25-30 minutes, turning them halfway through the baking time. Bake until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the tots from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving to enjoy the perfect crispy texture.
Notes
- You can use gluten-free breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
- If the mixture seems too wet, add breadcrumbs gradually instead of all at once to avoid dryness.
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs or spices like garlic powder, paprika, or chopped chives to the mixture.
- Make sure to flip the tots halfway through baking to ensure even crisping on all sides.
- Serve these tots as a healthy snack or a side dish with your favorite dipping sauce.
