Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Cottage Cheese Mozzarella Bites, perfect as a healthy snack or appetizer. These cheesy bites combine creamy cottage cheese and shredded mozzarella with almond flour and seasonings, baked or air fried to a golden crisp. Ready in under 30 minutes, they offer a protein-packed treat with a delightful texture that’s great for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup almond flour (or oat flour for a softer bite)
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- Pinch of salt & pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven or air fryer: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) or preheat your air fryer to 370°F to prepare for baking or air frying the bites.
- Mix ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, shredded mozzarella, egg, almond flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form bite-sized portions: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking tray, shaping into small, bite-sized portions for even cooking.
- Cook the bites: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes or air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, until the bites turn golden and slightly crisp on top.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bites to cool for a few minutes to set and firm up before serving as a tasty snack or appetizer.
Notes
- For best texture, drain excess liquid from cottage cheese before mixing to avoid sogginess.
- Brush the tops with olive oil before baking or air frying for an extra crispy finish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes (oven) or 12-15 minutes (air fryer)
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Bites, Mozzarella Snacks, Low Carb Appetizer, Gluten Free Snack, Easy Cheese Bites, Baked Cheese Snacks
