Description
These Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Pizza Bites are a delightful and easy snack that combines the cheesy goodness of pizza with the health benefits of cottage cheese. Perfect for a quick appetizer or a tasty treat any time of the day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 package mini pepperoni (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Form the mixture into small balls or bites.
- Preheat the air fryer to 370°F (190°C).
- Place the bites in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching each other.
- Cook for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve with warm pizza sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped vegetables such as bell peppers or olives.
- You can adjust the seasoning based on your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg