Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots
Crispy, golden, and made with only two ingredients, these cottage cheese tots are the perfect protein-packed snack or side—simple, fast, and surprisingly addictive.
Equipment
- fine mesh sieve or paper towels
- mixing bowl
- baking sheet with parchment paper
- air fryer (optional)
- spoon or hands for shaping
Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese (drained)
- 1 cup shredded potatoes (or riced cauliflower for keto)
Instructions
- Drain cottage cheese using a fine mesh sieve or paper towel for 10–15 minutes.
- If using frozen shredded potatoes, thaw and squeeze out moisture.
- Mix drained cottage cheese and potatoes together in a bowl.
- Form mixture into small tater-tot-sized logs and press tightly.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Lightly spray or brush with oil.
- Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, or air fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes until golden.
Notes
You can substitute shredded zucchini or cauliflower to reduce carbs. Add optional spices like garlic powder, paprika, or herbs for flavor. These tots freeze well and reheat best in a toaster oven or air fryer.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 240mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg