Here’s a simple recipe:
Ingredients (makes ~8 sticks)
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1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
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2 large eggs
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¼ cup oat flour (or almond flour for lower carbs)
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2–3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional for flavor)
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika (or smoked paprika for extra flavor)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: breadcrumbs or crushed nuts for coating
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Blend cottage cheese & eggs: In a food processor or blender, mix cottage cheese and eggs until smooth.
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Add dry ingredients: Stir in oat flour, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until you get a thick, sticky mixture.
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Shape sticks: Use your hands or a spoon to form the mixture into stick shapes. If it’s too sticky, wet your hands slightly.
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Optional coating: Roll sticks in breadcrumbs or crushed nuts for extra crunch.
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Bake: Place on the lined baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
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Serve: Enjoy warm with a healthy dip like Greek yogurt mixed with herbs or a low-calorie marinara.
💡 Tips:
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You can freeze these uncooked on a tray, then bake straight from frozen (just add a few extra minutes).
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For extra protein, add a scoop of unflavored protein powder to the mixture—just make sure it’s thick enough to hold its shape.
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Pan-frying in a tiny bit of olive oil works too if you want crispier edges.
If you want, I can also make a “super crunchy, snackable batch” version that’s perfect for meal prep or gym snacks—all high-protein and low-fat.
Do you want me to make that version too?