Name: Cottage Cheese Chips
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 cup full-fat (4% milkfat) cottage cheese; 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning

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These Cottage Cheese Chips are crispy, cheesy, and surprisingly satisfying! Made with just two simple ingredients, they’re an easy, high-protein snack that’s perfect for dipping, munching, or crushing over salads when you’re craving something crunchy.

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Got a tub of cottage cheese sitting in your fridge and not sure what to do with it? These Cottage Cheese Chips are the easiest (and most delicious) way to use it up. With just two simple ingredients, you can turn a few scoops of cottage cheese into a crispy, savory snack that’s jam-packed with protein.

These chips bake up golden and crunchy around the edges, almost like a cross between a chip and a cheese crisp. Plus, they’re literally foolproof: just scoop, season, and bake. There’s no frying, no fancy equipment, and barely any prep time required.

Whether you’re looking for a high-protein snack, something crunchy for dipping, or a fun way to switch things up, you’ll want to give this recipe a try. Don’t forget to come back and share your favorite seasoning combo!

Why you’ll love these Cottage Cheese Chips

They’re made with just 2 simple ingredients.
Each bite has a crispy, cheesy texture (with no frying!).
They’re high in protein and naturally low in carbs.
They’re easy to customize with different seasonings.
They’re perfect for snacking, dipping, or topping salads.

Cottage Cheese Chips ingredients

Cottage cheese are the base of the recipe and are used to create crispy, cheesy chips with plenty of protein. Stick to full-fat cottage cheese (aka 4% milkfat), as it contains less moisture and browns more evenly than lower-fat varieties.
Everything bagel seasoning adds a savory flavor and a satisfying crunch (see more topping ideas below!).

How to serve Cottage Cheese Chips

Serve with your favorite dip, such as hummus, guacamole, or Greek yogurt ranch.
Pair with fresh veggies for an easy snack plate.
Swap in for crackers on a cheese or charcuterie board.
Crumble over soups and salads for a crispy, savory topping.
Enjoy alongside a sandwich or wrap instead of regular chips.

Other topping ideas

Everything bagel seasoning is my go-to, but there are tons of other ways you can spice up these Cottage Cheese Chips! Here are a few ideas:

garlic powder
grated Parmesan
taco seasoning
smoked paprika
Italian seasoning
onion powder
chili powder
nutritional yeast
sea salt and black pepper
sesame seeds
rosemary
thyme
lemon pepper
cinnamon
crushed red pepper flakes
truffle seasoning

Quick recipe tips

Drain excess liquid from the cottage cheese before baking to help the chips crisp up properly.

Leave plenty of space (at least 2 inches) between each scoop — the cottage cheese will definitely spread a bit as it bakes.

Let the chips cool completely on the baking sheet before removing them; they’ll continue to crisp up as they cool.

Use full-fat cottage cheese, as it tends to brown more evenly and contains less moisture than lower-fat varieties.

Keep a close eye on the chips during the last few minutes of baking; they can go from golden to overdone and burnt very fast.

Step-by-step instructions

Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Drain any excess liquid from the cottage cheese.

Portion: Scoop 1-tablespoon portions of cottage cheese onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart, and gently flatten with the back of a spoon.

Season: Sprinkle the cottage cheese evenly with everything bagel seasoning (or your choice of other toppings).

Bake: Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp around the edges.

Cool: Let the chips cool completely on the baking sheet before removing them from the parchment paper. Serve and enjoy!

Make ahead & storage

These Cottage Cheese Chips are tastiest straight from the oven, but leftovers can be stored for a quick high-protein snack later.

Meal prep

Prep the chips: Portion and flatten the cottage cheese on the baking sheet a few hours ahead of time, then bake whenever you’re ready.
Mix up the seasonings: Try different seasoning blends in advance so they’re ready to sprinkle on before baking.

Storing leftovers

Fridge: Store cooled chips in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Keep them dry: Make sure the chips are completely cool before storing to help prevent excess moisture from softening them.

Freezing

Not recommended: Freezing can affect the texture and make the chips less crisp once thawed.

Reheating

Re-crisp in the oven: Bake at 350°F for 3-5 minutes until warmed through and crispy again.
Use an air fryer: Air fry at 325°F for 2-3 minutes to quickly restore their crunch.

FAQ

Excess moisture is the most likely culprit. Be sure to drain any liquid from the cottage cheese before baking and allow the chips to cool completely, as they continue to crisp up as they cool.

You can, but I wouldn’t recommend it. Full-fat cottage cheese typically produces crispier, more flavorful chips. Lower-fat varieties tend to contain more moisture and may not crisp up as well.

These chips are best enjoyed immediately for the crispiest texture. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day or in the fridge for up to 3 days. If they soften, you can re-crisp them in the oven for a few minutes.

Absolutely! Everything bagel seasoning is my favorite, but onion powder, taco seasoning, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and other spice blends are delicious too.

They’re great on their own or paired with dips like hummus, guacamole, salsa, or Greek yogurt ranch. You can also crumble them over soups and salads for more protein and an extra crunch!

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Cottage Cheese Chips

These high-protein Cottage Cheese Chips are the ultimate easy snack or appetizer. Made with just cottage cheese and seasoning, they're a fun and healthy alternative to regular chips!

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 135kcal

Ingredients

1 cup full-fat (4% milkfat) cottage cheese
1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Drain any excess liquid from the cottage cheese.
Scoop 1-tablespoon portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Gently flatten each mound with the back of a spoon.
Sprinkle evenly with everything bagel seasoning (or your choice of seasoning).
Bake for 25-35 minutes, or until the chips are golden brown and crisp around the edges.
Allow the chips to cool completely on the baking sheet before peeling them off the parchment paper.
Enjoy immediately for the crispiest texture.

Notes

Depending on your baking sheet size, you may need to work in batches or use two sheets. This Cottage Cheese Chips recipe yields about 12 scoops total, and spacing them out is key for even crisping.