Cottage Cheese Tots
Cottage Cheese Tots are a healthy, delicious twist on classic tater tots, combining creamy cottage cheese and grated potatoes for a baked, crispy snack or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 cups grated potatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or oil.
- In a large bowl, combine grated potatoes, cottage cheese, shredded cheddar, green onions, flour, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into small tot-sized cylinders or balls.
- Place the tots evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until tots are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, broil the tots for 2-3 minutes after baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
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