Crispy 2-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots: Quick Snack (Print Version)

Whip up crispy, easy 2-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots in minutes! My simple recipe for a quick snack or side. Great for busy weeknights.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
02 - 1/2 cup self-rising flour

→ Flavor Boosters

03 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)

→ Optional Add-ins

06 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or other hard cheese)
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or green onions

→ Finishing Touches

08 - Pinch of flaky sea salt (for serving)
09 - Ketchup or ranch for dipping

# Instructions:

01 - Grab a medium bowl, hon, and toss in your full-fat cottage cheese and self-rising flour. Now, gently mix them together with a spoon or a rubber spatula. You're aiming for a thick, slightly sticky dough. Don't go crazy overmixing, okay? Just combine until there are no dry streaks of flour. I always get a little flour dust on my counter at this stage, it’s just part of the process!
02 - Next up, sprinkle in your garlic powder, onion powder, and a good grind of black pepper. If you're using the optional shredded cheddar, now's the time to fold that in too. Mix it again, just until everything's evenly distributed. This is where the simple cottage cheese mixture starts smelling like something special, honestly, I didn't expect that the first time I made these <b>Cottage Cheese Tots</b>.
03 - This is the fun, slightly messy part! Using a small spoon or even your hands, scoop out about a tablespoon of the mixture. Gently roll it into a tot-like shape, or frankly, whatever shape feels right to you. They don't have to be perfect little cylinders; rustic is charming! Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. I always make some a bit wonky, oops, but they still crisp up beautifully.
04 - Pop your baking sheet into a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C). Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until your <b>2-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots</b> are beautifully golden brown and crispy on the outside. Every oven is a little different, so keep an eye on them. I once left them in too long and they got a bit too dark, so learn from my mistake!
05 - Halfway through baking (around the 10-12 minute mark), give those tots a flip! This helps ensure they get golden and crispy on all sides. It’s a small step, but it makes a big difference in texture. You want that satisfying crunch, trust me. Don't worry if they stick a little, a gentle nudge with a spatula works wonders.
06 - Once they're out of the oven, let them cool for just a minute or two – they'll crisp up even more as they cool slightly. Serve your delicious <b>2-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots</b> warm with your favorite dipping sauce. Ketchup, ranch, or even a simple sour cream dip are fantastic. The smell of them fresh out of the oven is just irresistible!

# Notes:

01 - Don't overmix the batter, hon, you want them tender, not tough, inside.
02 - Reheating in an air fryer is a game-changer for crispiness – microwave makes them soggy!
03 - If your tots aren't crisping up, try baking them for an extra few minutes or increasing the oven temp slightly.
04 - Finely chopped fresh chives or green onions mixed in can add a wonderful fresh bite.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Mixing bowl
02 - Baking sheet
03 - Parchment paper
04 - Spoon/spatula

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 150-200
Total Fat: 8-12g
Total Carbohydrate: 10-15g
Protein: 10-15g

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