Cottage Cheese Tots: Crispy Bites for Guilt-Free Snacking

Enjoy these Cottage Cheese Tots, a protein-packed and gluten-free snack perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 tots

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Tots

1 cup Cottage Cheese protein-rich base for the tots
1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed

For Flavor Enhancements

Herbs and Spices add garlic powder, paprika, or dried herbs
Dipping Sauces serve with spicy sriracha mayo or ranch

Equipment

baking sheet
Mixing Bowl
fork or spatula

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and panko breadcrumbs. Mix until cohesive.
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and shape into tots. Place on the baking sheet.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
Cool for a few minutes before serving with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 3totsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure tots are evenly sized for consistent cooking and keep an eye on the baking time to avoid burning.

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