Ingredients
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Base: 1 cup cottage cheese (Small curd or large curd both work)
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Crunch: 4 dry lasagna noodles (broken into bite-sized pieces)
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Optional: Salt, pepper, or Italian seasoning (for extra flavor)
Instructions
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Preheat: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper (this is essential to prevent sticking).
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Break: Break the dry lasagna noodles into small, bite-sized fragments.
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Combine: In a medium bowl, mix the cottage cheese with the noodle pieces until the pasta is thoroughly and evenly coated.
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Portion: Scoop small mounds of the mixture onto the baking sheet, leaving about an inch of space between them.
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Flatten: Use the back of a spoon to gently press each mound down. The flatter they are, the crispier they will become.
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Bake: Place in the oven for 25–35 minutes. You are looking for deep golden-brown edges and a firm, crisp top.
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Cool: Allow the crisps to sit on the tray for at least 5 minutes. They will firm up significantly as they cool.
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Serve: Enjoy them plain or serve with a side of warm marinara sauce for a “pizza-style” dip.
Notes
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Flavor Boost: While the 2-ingredient version is great, adding a dash of garlic powder or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan before baking takes these to the next level.
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Noodle Tip: You can use whole wheat or gluten-free lasagna noodles as well; just ensure the pieces are small enough to be fully encased in the cheese.
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Storage: These are best eaten fresh for maximum crunch, but you can store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Re-crisp in an air fryer or oven if they soften.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Diet: Vegetarian