Cottage Cheese Chips (1 Ingredient Protein Snack)

Crispy Cottage Cheese Chips are the high-protein, low-carb snack you didn’t know you needed! Baked to golden perfection and seasoned with Everything But The Bagel, these crunchy bites are seriously addictive!

COTTAGE CHEESE CHIPS RECIPE

I know what you’re thinking—cottage cheese… as chips?! Yes, and trust me, they’re crunchy, salty, protein-packed perfection. 

If you’re looking for a snack that hits that crispy, savory, can’t-stop-eating-it level, these Cottage Cheese Chips with Everything But The Bagel Seasoning are about to be your new obsession.

Now, I get it. Cottage cheese has a reputation—either you love it, or you run in the opposite direction. But before you judge, let me just say, when baked into chips, it completely transforms.

If you love cottage cheese recipes you may also enjoy my 23 High Protein Cottage Cheese Recipes (Sweet & Savory).

SIMPLE INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR THE KETO COTTAGE CHEESE CHIPS

You will need the following handful of ingredients listed below to make the protein-packed chips (the exact measurements, nutritional information and full recipe are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):

• Full fat cottage cheese – full-fat works best for crispiness
• Everything But The Bagel seasoning – or your favorite seasoning blend
• Optional – salt & vinegar seasoning, dill pickle seasoning, salt and pepper, etc.

MORE FLAVOR VARIATIONS

• Chili powder – Want a little kick? Sprinkle some on for that spicy vibe.

• Garlic + onion powder – A quick dusting adds sooo much flavor.

• Cheese – Mix in a little shredded cheddar or parm for extra cheesy goodness.

• Dried herbs – Rosemary or chives are a fun little upgrade if you’re feelin’ fancy.

HOW TO MAKE THE HIGH PROTEIN CHIP RECIPE

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Spoon small dollops of cottage cheese onto the baking sheet, about 1.5 inches apart.

Spread each dollop thinly using the back of a spoon to form chip-sized rounds.

Sprinkle Everything But The Bagel seasoning evenly over the top of each chip.

Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chips are golden brown and crispy.

Let them cool completely (they crisp up even more as they cool).

Enjoy immediately or store for later in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain crispiness.

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR BEST RESULTS

• This recipe hits best when you use whole milk cottage cheese that’s high in protein — the more protein, the less moisture, which means crispier chips.
• Don’t be fooled by other bake times floating around the internet… 10–30 minutes won’t cut it. Mine usually need a solid 40–50 minutes to really crisp up.
• The darker the cottage cheese chips get, the crunchier they’ll be.

RECIPE FAQS

HOW DO I GET THE CRISPIEST TEXTURE FOR THESE COTTAGE CHEESE CHIPS?

For maximum crispiness, make sure to spread the cottage cheese thinly and bake at the correct temperature (350°F) for the right cooking time. Let them cool completely after baking—they crisp up even more as they sit!

CAN I USE ANY BRAND OF COTTAGE CHEESE FOR THIS HEALTHY SNACK IDEA?

Yes! But different brands may have varying moisture levels. Good Culture or Trader Joe’s cottage cheese works great for a crispier texture. Using small curd cottage cheese helps keep them more uniform.

ARE THESE CHIPS ACTUALLY A GOOD ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL CHIPS?

If you’re looking for guilt-free snacking with high protein and low carbs, these are a great option! While they won’t replace traditional chips, they’re a healthy snack idea that supports your health goals without sacrificing crunch.

Other High Protein Recipes Using Cottage Cheese!

• Edible Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough
• Cottage Cheese Queso Dip
• Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
• High Protein Healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
• Copycat Starbucks Egg White Bites
• Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce
• Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip With Cottage Cheese
• 3 Ingredient Creamy Ranch Dip
• High Protein Hamburger Helper
• Viral Cottage Cheese Sweet Potato Beef Bowl

IF YOU TRIED THIS CRUNCHY SNACK PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT AND STAR RATING. I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOUR CREATIONS! YOU CAN PIN THESE CRISPY CHIPS ON PINTEREST OR SHARE ON INSTAGRAM BY TAGGING @basicswithbails and #basicswithbails