Cottage Cheese Tots
Cottage Cheese Tots are crispy, golden bites packed with creamy cottage cheese and herbs, perfect as a snack or appetizer for a wholesome treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Cooking oil for frying (optional if baking)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking. If frying, heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
- In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, shredded cheddar, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and Parmesan cheese.
- Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture can hold shape when formed.
- Using your hands, form small tot-shaped bites (about 1 inch long).
- If baking, place tots on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- If frying, carefully drop tots in hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For a healthier version, bake the tots instead of frying and use whole wheat breadcrumbs for added fiber.
Find it online: https://auntyspices.com/cottage-cheese-tots/