High Protein Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks
These delicious high-protein cheesy garlic breadsticks are soft, fluffy, and bursting with savory flavor. Made with cottage cheese and almond flour, they offer a satisfying snack or side dish, enhanced by a fresh garlic-herb butter applied after baking. They're also easy to pull apart, perfect for sharing.
Equipment
- large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Sharp knife or pizza cutter
- Small, microwave-safe bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup 2% cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
Preparing the Dough
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, Italian seasoning, and sea salt. Stir everything together with a spatula until a thick dough forms. Fold in the shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan until evenly distributed.
Shaping and Baking
- Transfer the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently shape it into a rectangular loaf, about 1 inch thick, ensuring even thickness for uniform baking.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes. To create pull-apart sections, remove the loaf after approximately 15 minutes, lightly score lines across the dough with a sharp knife or pizza cutter, then return to the oven to finish baking until golden brown and cooked through.
The Finishing Touch
- While the breadsticks bake, prepare the garlic butter. In a small, microwave-safe bowl, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in 1 to 2 cloves of freshly minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh parsley.
Cooling and Serving
- Once golden brown, remove the loaf from the oven. Allow it to cool on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes to firm up.
- After cooling, slice the loaf along the scored lines. While still warm, generously brush the garlic-herb butter over the top and sides. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a smoother texture: If you prefer a uniform dough, process the cottage cheese in a food processor or with an immersion blender before mixing it with the dry ingredients. Scoring the loaf: Halfway through baking, lightly score the top of the loaf with a knife to create defined, easy-to-pull-apart breadsticks. Crispier edges: For extra crisp edges, bake a few minutes longer until the top is a deep golden brown. Storage: Store leftover breadsticks in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, they freeze well. Reheating: Reheat in an oven or an air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes to restore crispness. Avoid microwaving, as it can make them rubbery. Air Fryer Method: Form smaller, individual breadsticks or a smaller loaf. Air fry at 330°F (165°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Pairings: Serve with marinara sauce, pizza sauce, ranch dressing, or alongside tomato soup or a large salad. Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg
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