🧄 2-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Garlic Bites – Crispy, Savory & High-Protein
🌿 Description
These ultra-simple cottage cheese garlic bites are crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy inside, and packed with protein. With just two main ingredients, they’re perfect for low-carb snacking, meal prep, or adding to soups and salads for extra protein.
They taste like a cross between cheesy bread bites and savory mini muffins — but lighter and healthier.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes about 12–15 bites)
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1 cup full-fat cottage cheese (drained if very watery)
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1 cup self-rising flour
🧄 Optional (but highly recommended for flavor):
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Pinch salt
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1 tbsp chopped parsley
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1 tbsp grated Parmesan (for crispier tops)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
If your cottage cheese is very wet, lightly strain it using a sieve or paper towel.
2️⃣ Mix
In a bowl, combine cottage cheese and self-rising flour.
Stir until a soft dough forms.
(If sticky, lightly flour your hands.)
Add garlic powder or herbs if using.
3️⃣ Shape
Roll into small bite-sized balls.
Place on prepared tray and slightly flatten the tops.
Optional: Sprinkle Parmesan on top for extra crispiness.
4️⃣ Bake
Bake 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
For extra crispiness, broil 2–3 minutes at the end.
Cool slightly before serving.
🌟 Variations
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🌿 Add Italian seasoning
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🌶 Add chili flakes
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🧀 Stuff with a small cube of mozzarella
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🌾 Use whole wheat self-rising flour
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🥚 For extra protein: add 1 egg (makes them softer and fluffier)
🍽 Serving Ideas
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Dip in marinara sauce
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Serve with Greek yogurt garlic dip
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Add to soup instead of bread
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Pack in lunchboxes
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Pair with salad for a light high-protein meal
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this low-carb?
Yes! Replace self-rising flour with almond flour + ½ tsp baking powder (texture will be slightly different).
Q: Can I air fry them?
Yes! Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes.
Q: Why are mine too soft inside?
They may need a few extra minutes of baking or your cottage cheese had excess moisture.
Q: Can I freeze them?
Yes. Freeze baked bites up to 2 months. Reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture.
Q: How much protein do they have?
Approximately 3–5g per bite depending on size and brand of cottage cheese.
