Oven Method

Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Drain the Cottage Cheese:

• Place the cottage cheese in a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth and drain thoroughly to remove excess liquid. Removing moisture is essential to achieve a crisp texture.

Form the Chips:

• Using a spoon or small scoop, place small portions of drained cottage cheese onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each portion with the back of a spoon to form thin, even circles. Leave adequate space between each portion for proper air circulation.

Bake:

• Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chips are golden brown and crisp around the edges. Monitor closely during the final minutes to prevent over-browning.

Cool:

• Remove from the oven and allow the chips to cool on the baking sheet for several minutes. The texture will continue to firm and crisp as they cool.

Microwave Method

Prepare the Surface:

• Lightly spray a sheet of parchment paper sized to fit your microwave plate.

Drain the Cottage Cheese:

• Thoroughly drain the cottage cheese to remove excess moisture.

Spread Evenly:

• Spread the drained cottage cheese in a thin, even layer over the prepared parchment paper.

Microwave:

• Microwave on high for 2–3 minutes, or until the surface becomes golden and crisp. Cooking times may vary depending on microwave wattage. Monitor closely to avoid burning.

Cool and Break:

• Carefully remove from the microwave and allow to cool for several minutes. Break into chip-sized pieces before serving.