Oven-Crisp Cottage Cheese Chips

This recipe delivers on the viral promise, but Oven-Crisp Cottage Cheese Chips are carefully tested, balanced, and built to actually turn out beautifully. While cottage cheese has been trending everywhere for its protein content, not all methods create a truly crisp chip. However, with the right curd size, seasoning balance, and baking technique, these chips bake into golden, savory crisps with real crunch.

Because cottage cheese has been around for centuries as a fresh farmer’s cheese, it’s fascinating to see it transformed into something completely modern. In fact, similar baked cheese crisps existed long before social media, but today’s protein-focused kitchens have given them new life.

Additionally, this recipe keeps ingredients simple while maximizing texture. Parmesan adds depth, while careful spacing ensures proper dehydration. As a result, you get a snack that feels indulgent yet fits seamlessly into a high-protein lifestyle. Whether you enjoy them alone or serve them with dips, these chips prove cottage cheese can do far more than you expect.

Recipe Yield: 2 servings

INGREDIENTS

½ cup small-curd cottage cheese
¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp salt
⅛ tsp black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat and prepare:
First, preheat the oven to 375°F. Then, line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and promote even browning.

2. Mix the base:
Next, in a small bowl, gently stir the cottage cheese, Parmesan, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.

3. Portion the chips:
Using a teaspoon, drop small dollops onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving at least 2 inches between each mound to allow spreading and crisping.

4. Bake until golden:
Bake for 28–32 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until the chips are deeply golden, set, and crisp around the edges.

5. Cool and crisp fully:
Finally, remove from the oven and let the chips cool on the pan for 5–7 minutes, which allows them to firm up completely before serving.

Helpful Tips to Perfect This Recipe

• Use small curd cottage cheese: Smaller curds bake more evenly and release moisture gradually, which results in better crisping throughout each chip.
• Keep portions small: Smaller dollops dry faster and become crunchier, whereas large portions may stay soft in the center.
• Let them cool fully: Although they may seem soft at first, cooling allows the structure to set, ensuring maximum crunch.