Keto Doritos with Cottage Cheese

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese (strained and blended until smooth)
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp whey protein isolate (helps with crispiness)
• 1 tbsp psyllium husk powder (for binding and texture)
• 1 tbsp cheddar cheese powder (for authentic Doritos flavor)
• 1/2 tsp xanthan gum
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika (crucial for that Doritos nacho flavor)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp chili powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for a spicier kick)

DIRECTIONS

1. Prepare the Cottage Cheese: Strain the cottage cheese to remove excess liquid and blend until smooth.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine almond flour, parmesan cheese, whey protein isolate, psyllium husk powder, cheddar cheese powder, xanthan gum, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
3. Combine Ingredients: Add the blended cottage cheese and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly to form a dough.
4. Roll Out the Dough: Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out until very thin (the thinner, the crispier).
5. Cut and Shape: Cut the dough into triangle-shaped chips using a pizza cutter.

Bake or Fry:

• Baking: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the chips on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
• Frying: Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the chips in batches until golden brown, then drain on a paper towel.
• Seasoning: Toss the chips in a mixture of cheddar cheese powder, smoked paprika, and additional salt to taste.
• Cool and Store: Let the chips cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.