Ingredient Cottage Cheese Cheese Sticks
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 1 cup Low-fat or full-fat Cottage cheese (small curd works best!) 🥣
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella or Cheddar cheese 🧀
- Optional: Garlic powder, dried oregano, or Italian seasoning for an extra flavor kick! 🌿🧄
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper—this is super important to prevent sticking! 📝🔥
- The Mix: In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese and your shredded cheese of choice. Stir in your optional seasonings if you want that extra “pizzazz.” 🥣🧀✨
- Shape: Scoop the mixture onto the parchment paper and shape into long “sticks” or rectangular logs. Make sure they aren’t too thin so they stay gooey in the middle! 📏👐
- Bake: Pop them into the oven for 15–20 minutes. You want the edges to be golden-brown and crispy while the center stays melted. ⏲️🎯
- The Secret Step: Let them rest for at least 5 minutes after removing them from the oven. This allows the cheese to set so you can pick them up! 🏗️💨
- Serve: Dip them in warm marinara sauce or ranch dressing for the ultimate snack experience. 🍅🥣🤤
🔥 Pro Tips:
- Drain the Moisture: If your cottage cheese is very “soupy,” drain a little of the liquid off first to ensure your sticks get extra crispy. 🚫💧
- Air Fryer Version: You can also make these in the air fryer at 375°F for about 8–10 minutes! 💨🍟
