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Cheesy Cottage Cheese Sticks

Cheesy Cottage Cheese Sticks: Crispy, Gooey Protein Snack Bliss

Enjoy Cheesy Cottage Cheese Sticks, a delicious and protein-packed snack made with just five simple ingredients for a guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Can use low-fat or dairy-free alternatives for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Use part-skim mozzarella or a dairy-free mozzarella alternative for a different taste.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg can be used for a vegan option.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Almond Flour/Breadcrumbs Use exclusively almond flour for gluten-free or gluten-free breadcrumb blends for a traditional texture.
For Flavor Enhancement
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder No direct substitutions, but fresh herbs can be added for variety.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Blend the cottage cheese until smooth to create a creamy base.
  3. Combine the blended cottage cheese with mozzarella, egg, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl and fold together until just combined.
  4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
  5. Shape the chilled mixture into sticks, approximately 3 inches long and ½ inch thick.
  6. Roll each stick in breadcrumbs or almond flour to coat evenly.
  7. Transfer the coated sticks to the baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. Allow to rest for a couple of minutes before serving warm with your favorite dips.

Nutrition

Serving: 2sticksCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the cottage cheese is blended smoothly and refrigerate the mixture adequately before shaping.

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