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Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots – Quick Air Fryer Snack

Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots – Quick Air Fryer Bliss

Discover the joy of these Two Ingredient Cottage Cheese Tots, a quick air fryer snack that combines a crispy exterior with a cheesy center.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tots
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tots
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Use small curd and drain well
  • 1 cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs are a fine substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Optional for added flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Feel free to use low-sodium
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to spice tolerance
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional for extra flavor
  • 1 spray Olive Oil Spray For achieving crispy finish

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.
  2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine drained cottage cheese and seasoned breadcrumbs. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan if using. Stir until mixed.
  3. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and shape them into small tot shapes.
  4. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil and arrange the shaped tots in a single layer.
  5. Air fry the tots for 12-15 minutes, turning gently at halfway through.
  6. Remove the tots from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4totsCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Experiment with herbs and spices for custom flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.

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