Keto Cottage Cheese Recipes: Delicious and Healthy Low-Carb Options

Cottage cheese is making a comeback as a versatile and nutritious ingredient, especially for those following a ketogenic diet. Its low carbohydrate and high protein content make it ideal for creating satisfying and delicious meals, snacks, and even desserts. This article explores a variety of keto cottage cheese recipes, from bread and flatbreads to dips, desserts, and even dog-friendly treats.

Keto Cottage Cheese Bread Recipes

For those missing bread on a keto diet, cottage cheese bread recipes offer a fantastic alternative. These recipes use cottage cheese as a key ingredient to create a fluffy, protein-packed loaf that tastes remarkably like wholemeal bread.

Keto Cottage Cheese Bread

This recipe utilizes cottage cheese, almond flour, psyllium husk, and chia seeds to create a loaf with a delightful crumb. The most important thing is that the cottage cheese is not watery. Drain all liquid before you measure it!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cottage cheese (fat-free or 2-4% work well, ensure it's not watery)
• 3 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 cup almond flour (ground almonds)
• 2 tablespoons coconut flour
• 3 tablespoons psyllium husks (or 1.5 tablespoons psyllium husk powder)
• 3 tablespoons chia seeds (black or white)
• ½ tablespoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• 2 tablespoons mixed seeds (sunflower, pumpkin, sesame, flax - optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 170 Celsius / 340 Fahrenheit (electric). Line a small loaf tin (18x9cm / 7x3.5 inch, 450ml volume) with parchment paper.
2. In a blender, mix the cottage cheese until smooth. Scrape down the sides in between. (approx. 2 minutes)
3. Add the eggs and continue blending for a further 3 minutes or until the mixture is smooth, creamy and there are plenty of air bubbles. Check that there are no cottage cheese bits in the mixture!
4. Add the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder and salt. Mix until fully combined.
5. Last, add the chia seeds, psyllium husks and half of the optional seed mix. Blend until fully incorporated and a thick dough forms.
6. Fill the dough into the prepared loaf tin and smooth the top. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes so the psyllium and the chia can absorb the liquid. Sprinkle sunflower seeds on the top.
7. Bake for around 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and feels springy to the touch and a skewer inserted comes out without any crumbs sticking.

Tips:

• Use a blender to ensure the cottage cheese is smooth and creamy.
• Use a small loaf pan (450ml capacity).
• Let the bread cool fully before slicing.
• For an even lighter bread, separate the eggs and whisk the egg whites until stiff before folding them into the mixture.
• To make cottage cheese bread rolls, wet your hands and form 6 rolls, baking for 35 minutes.
• This bread is also great for freezing. Pre-slice the entire loaf and layer parchment paper between the slices to prevent sticking.

Keto Cottage Cheese Cloud Bread

Cloud bread is a flour-free, gluten-free, keto bread alternative that is light and airy. This recipe replaces cream cheese with cottage cheese for a unique twist.

Ingredients:

• Low-fat cottage cheese (drained)
• Large, fresh eggs
• Cream of Tartar
• Seasoning (garlic powder, herbs)
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 300 Fahrenheit / 150 Celsius (electric). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and grease the parchment lightly with oil.
2. Separate the eggs. Beat the egg whites and the cream of tartar in a large, clean bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
3. Ideally using a blender, whip the egg yolks with the cottage cheese, olive oil and seasonings until COMPLETELY smooth and creamy.
4. Carefully and gradually fold the egg whites into the cottage cheese mixture with a spatula. Use a folding motion to incorporate, taking care to keep the air bubbles intact.
5. Scoop the mixture into 6 circular disks onto the parchment paper, leaving space around each round as the batter spreads a little during baking.
6. Bake around 25-35 minutes until golden. Test for doneness by gently pressing onto the top of the bread. It should feel springy.

Tips:

• Ensure egg whites are very stiff for the best results.
• Use a blender for the cottage cheese mixture to ensure it's fully incorporated.
• Mist the parchment paper with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
• For a sweeter version, omit the herbs and spices and add a pinch of salt and ½ teaspoon of powdered sweetener.

Cottage Cheese Flatbread

This recipe offers a simple and delicious alternative to naan or pita flatbreads, perfect for sandwiches or pizzas.

Read also: Cottage Cheese Keto Guide

Ingredients:

• 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
• 2 large eggs
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or any dried herbs/spices)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375° Fahrenheit. Line 13×18 half sheet pan with parchment paper.
2. Add all ingredients to a food processor or high-speed blender. Process or blend until fully combined into a completely smooth mixture.
3. Transfer mixture to lined sheet pan, pouring mixture directly onto center of parchment paper. Spread mixture out into evenly-thick rectangle, approximately 8×10 in size.
4. Place sheet pan in center of preheated oven. Bake flatbread mixture 25 to 30 minutes or until flatbread is fully cooked-through in center and golden brown around edges.
5. Let flatbread cool 5 minutes.

Tips:

• Ensure the cottage cheese is well-drained if it contains excess liquid.
• Add garlic powder and Italian seasoning for a pizza crust variation.

Keto Cottage Cheese Breakfast Recipes

Start your day with a protein-packed and low-carb breakfast using cottage cheese.

Keto Cottage Cheese Bowl

This quick and easy breakfast option takes less than 3 minutes to prepare.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup cottage cheese (grass-fed or pasture-raised preferred)
• Keto-friendly granola (or roasted nuts and seeds)
• Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, or strawberries (in moderation)
• Optional: Heavy cream, chia seeds, cubes of avocado, MCT oil

Instructions:

1. Place cottage cheese in a bowl.
2. Top with keto-friendly granola or roasted nuts and seeds.
3. Add a small amount of berries.
4. Optional: Drizzle with heavy cream or MCT oil.

Tips:

• Choose cottage cheese with no added sugars and a short ingredient list.
• Be mindful of the granola's carb content.
• For lactose intolerance, swap cottage cheese and cream for a dairy-free yogurt made from almond milk or coconut milk.

Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins

These are a protein-packed, customizable breakfast option.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Eggs
• Your choice of vegetables (spinach, bell peppers, onions)
• Cheese
• Seasonings

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin.
2. In a bowl, mix together cottage cheese, eggs, chopped vegetables, cheese, and seasonings.
3. Pour the mixture into the muffin tin.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until set.

Keto Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Indulge in fluffy, low-carb pancakes with a protein boost.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Eggs
• Almond flour
• Baking powder
• Sweetener (erythritol, stevia)

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
2. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
3. Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake.
4. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

Keto Cottage Cheese Snack Recipes

Enjoy these satisfying and keto-friendly snack options using cottage cheese.

Read also: Delicious Cottage Cheese Dishes

Cottage Cheese Chips

Love chips but trying to eat healthier? Try these easy, low carb cottage cheese chips that are perfect for a keto or low carb diet.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Spread a thin layer of cottage cheese onto the parchment paper.
3. Sprinkle with seasonings.
4. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until crispy.

Homemade Cottage Cheese Crackers

These are a delicious high protein, low carb and gluten-free cracker.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Almond flour
• Seeds (sesame, flax, sunflower)
• Seasonings

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients together.
2. Spread the mixture thinly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.Let cool completely before breaking into crackers.

Keto Cottage Cheese Dip Recipes

Add a tasty twist to your veggies or parties with these creamy and flavorful keto-friendly dips.

Two-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip

This easy and delicious dip is made with just two ingredients: cottage cheese and ranch seasoning.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Ranch seasoning

Instructions:

1. Blend cottage cheese until smooth.
2. Mix in ranch seasoning to taste.
3. Serve with vegetables or keto-friendly crackers.

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Queso

A healthier alternative to traditional queso, low in fat, carbs, and high in protein.

Read also: Low-Carb Cottage Cheese Dessert

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Ground meat
• Spices (chili powder, cumin)
• Tomato sauce

Instructions:

1. Brown ground meat in a skillet.
2. Add spices and tomato sauce.
3. Blend cottage cheese until smooth and add to the skillet.
4. Simmer until heated through.

Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce

A creamy, keto-friendly sauce made with blended cottage cheese, Parmesan, and garlic.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Parmesan cheese
• Garlic
• Heavy cream (optional)
• Seasonings

Instructions:

1. Blend cottage cheese until smooth.
2. Add Parmesan cheese, garlic, and seasonings.
3. Heat in a saucepan, adding heavy cream for a richer sauce.

Keto Cottage Cheese Main Course Recipes

Incorporate cottage cheese into your main meals for a protein boost.

Keto Chicken Broccoli Lasagna

A great way to enjoy a low-carb twist on a classic dish.

Ingredients:

• Chicken
• Broccoli
• Cottage cheese
• Italian cheese blend
• Tomato sauce
• Low-carb lasagna noodles (hearts of palm or cauliflower crusts)

Instructions:

1. Cook chicken and broccoli.
2. Layer meat sauce, low-carb lasagna noodles, cottage cheese mixture, and Italian cheese blend in a broiler-safe casserole dish.
3. Bake for 40 minutes.
4. Turn the broiler to "high" and cook for 4 additional minutes to brown the top.

Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust

Enjoy a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional pizza.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Eggs
• Almond flour
• Seasonings

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
2. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
4. Top with your favorite keto-friendly pizza toppings and bake until cheese is melted.

Keto Cottage Cheese Dessert Recipes

Indulge your sweet tooth without the guilt with these keto cottage cheese dessert recipes.

Flourless Cottage Cheese Brownies

Brownies made with cottage cheese and protein powder for a low carb dessert with a protein boost.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Protein powder
• Cocoa powder
• Sweetener
• Eggs

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
2. Pour into a greased baking pan.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.

Cottage Cheese Protein Muffins

A perfect low-carb, high-protein snack or breakfast option.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Eggs
• Protein powder
• Sweetener
• Baking powder
• Flavorings (vanilla extract, cinnamon)

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients together.
2. Pour into muffin cups.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.

Soft and Chewy Cottage Cheese Cookies

Delicious low carb and high protein cookies that are easy to make.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Almond flour
• Sweetener
• Egg
• Vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients together.
2. Drop by spoonfuls onto a baking sheet.
3. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 12-15 minutes.

Cottage Cheese Pound Cake

A deliciously moist and flavorful pound cake made with blended cottage cheese.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Eggs
• Sweetener
• Almond flour
• Baking powder
• Vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Blend cottage cheese until smooth.
2. Mix all ingredients together.
3. Pour into a loaf pan.
4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes.

Crustless Chocolate Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

A rich low carb and high protein dessert for two.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Cream cheese
• Cocoa powder
• Sweetener
• Vanilla extract
• Egg

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
2. Pour into ramekins.
3. Bake in a water bath at 325°F (160°C) for 30-35 minutes.

Strawberry Frozen Cottage Cheese Bark

Just 3 ingredients make this delicious strawberry frozen cottage cheese bark.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Strawberries
• Sweetener

Instructions:

1. Blend cottage cheese until smooth.
2. Mix in sweetener.
3. Spread on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Top with sliced strawberries.
5. Freeze for at least 2 hours.

Cottage Cheese Pudding

Creamy, rich, and packed with protein.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Heavy cream
• Sweetener
• Vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Blend cottage cheese until smooth.
2. Mix in heavy cream, sweetener, and vanilla extract.
3. Chill for at least 30 minutes.

Mini Keto High Protein Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

This high protein mini cheesecake has a high protein content because of swapping some of the cream cheese in traditional cheesecake with cottage cheese.

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Cream cheese
• Sweetener
• Eggs
• Vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Add all ingredients, except eggs, into a food processor or high powered blender and blend until smooth.
3. Taste for sweetness and add more if needed. Then add eggs and blend again.
4. Pour cheesecake filling into a 6 inch spring form pan or 4- six ounce ramekins.
5. Place pan or ramekins onto a small baking sheet pan. Add some hot water to the bottom of the pan which will help even cooking.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until center is set, firm but still jiggly.
7. Refrigerate 1-2 hours.

Dog-Friendly Keto Cottage Cheese Recipe

Don't forget your furry friends! Here's a healthy and delicious treat for your dogs.

Blueberry Cottage Cheese Dog Ice Cream

Treat your dog to healthy Blueberry Cottage Cheese Dog Ice Cream Recipe!

Ingredients:

• Cottage cheese
• Blueberries

Instructions:

1. Blend cottage cheese and blueberries together.
2. Pour into ice cube trays or small containers.
3. Freeze until solid.

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