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Cottage Cheese Tots

These cottage cheese tots are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, made with just two simple ingredients: cottage cheese and panko breadcrumbs. Perfect for a high-protein snack or breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cottage cheese Brings moisture and richness.
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs Creates structure and crisp coating.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat it with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese and panko breadcrumbs. Stir until the mixture is cohesive and no dry crumbs remain.
  3. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and form it into a tot shape using your hands. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining mixture.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping the tots halfway through until they are golden brown and crisp.
  2. Let the tots cool on the pan for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For best results, test the mixture's texture by forming one tot before shaping the entire batch. Adjust breadcrumbs as needed. Serve warm for the best contrast between crispy outside and creamy inside.