Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots Recipe

Introduction

These Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots are a delicious and easy snack perfect for anytime cravings. Crispy on the outside and creamy inside, they make a great healthier alternative to traditional tater tots. Ready in under 20 minutes using your air fryer!

Ingredients

• 1 cup cottage cheese (small curd, drained)
• 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Olive oil spray

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, seasoned breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese if using.
3. Step 3: Mix until a thick, sticky dough forms. If the mixture is too wet, add a bit more breadcrumbs.
4. Step 4: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and shape into small tot shapes using your hands.
5. Step 5: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Arrange tots in a single layer, not touching. Spray tops with a little more oil.
6. Step 6: Air fry for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add finely chopped herbs like parsley or chives to the mixture.
• You can substitute seasoned breadcrumbs with panko for a lighter crunch.
• If you don’t have an air fryer, bake the tots on a greased baking sheet at 425°F (220°C) for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway.
• Drain the cottage cheese well to prevent the dough from becoming too wet.

Storage

Store leftover tots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes to crisp them back up. Avoid microwaving to keep them crispy.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use large curd cottage cheese instead of small curd?

Small curd cottage cheese works best for this recipe because it blends more smoothly. Large curd can work but may create a chunkier texture, so drain well and mix thoroughly.

What dipping sauces go well with cottage cheese tots?

These tots are delicious served with ketchup, ranch dressing, spicy mayo, or a simple garlic aioli. Feel free to experiment with your favorite dips!

Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots Recipe

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These Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots are a simple, crispy, and savory snack made with cottage cheese and seasoned breadcrumbs. Perfectly seasoned and air-fried to golden perfection, they make a healthier alternative to traditional tots and are great served with your favorite dipping sauce.

• Author: Elias
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 12–15 tots 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

• 1 cup cottage cheese (small curd, drained)
• 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• Olive oil spray

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
2. Mix ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the drained cottage cheese, seasoned breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese if using. Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms. Add extra breadcrumbs if the mixture remains too wet.
3. Shape tots: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and shape them into small tot shapes with your hands for uniform size and cooking.
4. Prepare air fryer basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent sticking. Arrange the tots in a single layer, making sure they do not touch each other for even crisping. Spray the tops with a little more olive oil for a golden finish.
5. Air fry: Cook the tots in the air fryer for 12-15 minutes, turning them halfway through the cooking time to ensure all sides become golden and crispy.
6. Serve: Remove the tots carefully and serve them hot with your choice of dipping sauce for a delicious snack or appetizer.

Notes

• Make sure to drain the cottage cheese well to avoid soggy tots.
• If the mixture feels too wet, add additional seasoned breadcrumbs a little at a time until you achieve a thick dough consistency.
• Use olive oil spray instead of direct oil application for a lighter, crispier texture.
• You can omit Parmesan cheese to keep it vegetarian or add more spices for extra flavor.
• These tots can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to regain crispiness.

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