I Tried the Viral 1-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Chips, and Now I Want Them With Every Meal

There are two types of people when it comes to cottage cheese: those who dread the curdled dairy product and those who enjoy spooning it onto salads, toast, eggs, and more. I sat in the first camp for a long time, crinkling my nose at the thought of it showing up in any of my meals. But over the past year, thanks to TikTok, I’ve witnessed the evolution of this milky, lumpy substance becoming, dare I say...cool.

A quick search of "cottage cheese recipes" on TikTok will result in tons of creators posting tutorials on how to turn it into donut holes, tender muffins, soft bagels, and more. No matter how hard I try, I just can’t seem to shake this trend while scrolling.

And over the past few months, there’s one particular hack that I keep stumbling upon: cottage cheese chips, which promises crunchy crisps in under 30 minutes. I decided to give the one-ingredient (or two, if you add a topping) recipe a try to see if the snack tastes as good as people say. Here’s what happened when I gave it a go.

How to Make Cottage Cheese Chips 

Just as the name implies, these crisps are made by baking off mounds of cottage cheese until they dehydrate into chips. As long as you have patience—about 30 minutes for this snack to get crunchy—you’re in for a delicious treat. Heads up: You may need to open the oven a few times to check their appearance and make sure they come out just right.

Another important thing to note is that you’re working with cottage cheese, which, when crisped up, will naturally stick to its surface. To prevent a mess—and for easy release—prepare your pan with a layer of parchment paper, so you won’t have to deal with the rounds glued to your pan.

I followed these tips for making cottage cheese chips, and then dusted them with everything bagel seasoning for an extra savory boost. I was very impressed with how they turned out. The edges caramelized nicely, and they had a nice crunch. I enjoyed dipping them in a spicy tomato salsa, and using the leftovers the next day as a topping for my Greek salad.

While I'm sometimes wary of viral recipes, this one actually makes sense. I mean, you can’t really go wrong with cheesy chips.

Cottage Cheese Chips Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 (16-ounce) container of cottage cheese
• 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Scoop tablespoon-size portions of cottage cheese on the baking sheet, 2 inches apart. Use the back of a spatula to slightly flatten each portion.
3. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning, if desired.
4. Bake until golden brown and crisp, about 30 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes before enjoying.

How to Upgrade Your Cottage Cheese Chips 

The magic of these cottage cheese chips is that you can season them so many different ways. Add some heat with a pinch of cayenne or Cajun seasoning. For an herb-forward approach, sprinkle with za’atar or Italian seasoning. Or, use your favorite blend (I love the savoriness of ras el hanout).

Don’t forget the dipping sauces, either. Since these chips are loaded with dairy, I’d recommend pairing them with something acidic, like tomato salsa or a guacamole with lots of lime. However, if you’re looking to be extra decadent, feel free to serve them with a creamy Buffalo chicken dip or sour cream and onion dip.

My takeaway: Let your imagination run wild with these cottage cheese crisps and go beyond just enjoying them as chips. They’ll offer a crunchy bite in a salad, tucked in a wrap, or topped on a soup. Oh, and make a big batch because, trust me, they'll go fast.