Cottage Cheese Cheese Stick Bites
Crispy and gooey cheese sticks made with cottage cheese, perfect for a protein-packed snack cooked in an air fryer or oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Method: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, shredded mozzarella, garlic powder, paprika, and salt until well combined.
- Form the mixture into small stick shapes, about 2 inches long.
- Beat the egg in a shallow dish. In another dish, place the breadcrumbs.
- Dip each cheese stick into the beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F or the oven to 400°F.
- Place the sticks in the air fryer basket or on a baking sheet and cook for 10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Notes
For a crispier texture, ensure the cheese sticks are well-coated. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 15g
Find it online: https://www.delicetreats.com/cottage-cheese-stick-bites/