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Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots – Quick Air Fryer Snack

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Try these Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots – Quick Air Fryer Snack! Crispy, protein-packed, and easy to make with just two ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tots
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tots
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Small curd, well-drained
  • 1 cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs Can substitute with plain breadcrumbs and herbs
For Extra Flavor (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds savory richness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Mild heat, optional
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional for extra cheesiness
  • 1 spray Olive Oil For crispiness when air frying

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine well-drained cottage cheese and seasoned breadcrumbs until they form a thick, sticky dough.
  3. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and shape them into small tots.
  4. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil and place the shaped tots in a single layer.
  5. Air fry the tots at 400°F (200°C) for about 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through.
  6. Remove the tots from the air fryer once golden brown and crispy, serve them hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1totsCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 6gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cottage cheese is well-drained for best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.

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