Description
Cheesy Cottage Cheese Sticks are a delightful snack that combines creamy cottage cheese and gooey mozzarella, all wrapped in a crunchy breadcrumb coating. Perfect for parties or cozy nights at home, these sticks are quick to prepare and pair wonderfully with your favorite dipping sauces. Enjoy the cheesy goodness and satisfying crunch that make every bite irresistible!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with salt and pepper, another with beaten eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs.
- 3. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and shredded mozzarella until well blended.
- 4. Shape the cheese mixture into sticks about three inches long.
- 5. Coat each stick in flour, dip in egg wash, then roll in breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- 6. Place sticks on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- 7. Serve warm with marinara sauce or your preferred dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, incorporate garlic powder or your favorite herbs into the breadcrumb mixture. Swap out mozzarella for other cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack for a different taste experience. Ensure the cottage cheese is well-drained to achieve maximum crispiness.