Cottage Cheese Mozzarella Bites
These golden, pillowy cottage cheese mozzarella bites transform simple ingredients into an addictive snack that disappears minutes after hitting the table.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup almond flour or bread crumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray for baking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Combine cottage cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, almond flour (or bread crumbs), garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes.
- Scoop about 1½ tablespoons of the mixture and roll between your palms to form small balls, placing each one on the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly spray the cheese bites with olive oil.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until the bites are golden brown on the outside.
- Allow the bites to cool for 3-5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Drain cottage cheese first for firmer bites.
- Cold hands help prevent sticking when forming the bites.
- Space them properly on the baking sheet for even browning.
- Check for doneness visually—uniformly golden brown is key.
- Serve with room-temperature marinara sauce.