Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Sticks

Instructions

1. Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
2. Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and another with a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat each cottage cheese stick in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally roll in the bread crumb mixture until fully covered.
4. Place the coated cheese sticks on a plate and refrigerate for 10 minutes to help the coating set.
5. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange the cheese sticks in a single layer, making sure they don’t touch.
6. Air fry for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through the cooking process.
7. Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.

Chef’s Tips

• For an extra crispy texture, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular bread crumbs.
• Try adding some finely chopped herbs like parsley or basil to the bread crumb mixture for added flavor.
• If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the cheese sticks in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

Approximate calories: 250, Protein: 12g, Carbs: 22g, Fat: 12g

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