For a long time, cottage cheese was considered a weird diet food that your mom would eat on top of lettuce and half a grapefruit. Or it turns up in an old family recipe and you wonder who on earth thought of mixing cottage cheese into hot noodles and adding tomato sauce. But cottage cheese recipes are everywhere these days, and for good reason—it’s an incredibly versatile ingredient and absolutely packed with protein. From snack spreads and appetizers to becoming a main ingredient in lunch or dinner, cottage cheese is making its mark.
Don’t panic: If you don’t like the texture, most of the recipes on this list can completely fix the problem by blending the cheese until smooth or mixing it with other ingredients and baking it. While my favorite thing is just a big bowl of cottage cheese topped with peaches or pineapple, this list of recipes includes a little more prep work to enjoy your cottage cheese. (But don’t worry; a lot of them are pretty simple.)
So grab your keys and head to the grocery store—it’s time to stock up on the ultimate kitchen staples. Cheese, we owe you one, baby.
cheese bread
Do I think you should make this cheese bread from a spicy perspective instead of the “regular” bread? Do I think you should make cheese bread for a high protein deliciousness? Absolutely. This recipe couldn’t be easier and honestly if you have time for a piece of toast in the morning it’s nice to know that your bread will be super filling and packed with protein. Also, everything goes into the food processor, so you know it’s a simple So are the recipes.
million dollar pasta
I love cheese in pasta, especially when they replace ricotta ganache, which is exactly what happens in the million-dollar pasta recipe from Suburban Life. The combination of mozzarella and cream cheese gives this pasta a super creamy and luscious base that your whole family will be devouring for seconds.
Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Muffins
Another great blender recipe, but this time in dessert form. Half-Baked Harvest’s Cheesy Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Muffins are a mouthful, but they taste delicious too. They’re so decadent and delicious, and it’s even better knowing they’re filling and high in protein, too.
Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl
Cottage cheese pizza bowls are still all the rage, and you can find a million TikTok videos on how to customize them. They’re super easy to make and make a high-protein, delicious lunch or dinner.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Pasta
I love a good grilled pasta, and the Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Pasta from Cook Nourish Bliss is an absolute hit. Blended with cheese for extra creaminess, this dish is delicious, filling, and packed with protein.
Cottage cheese ice cream
Step away, “healthy” ice cream – we’re making this cheese ice cream from I’m a Food Blog. It couldn’t be easier to make and you can use whatever you want to make your own customized frozen treats.
High Protein Egg Bites
Egg bites are always a great breakfast option, and this high-protein egg bites recipe from Gimme Some Oven is packed with all the good stuff. This is a very customizable recipe, so if one of the ingredients isn’t your favorite or you want to add something else, feel free. But the cheese plays a nice role in texture and adds extra protein content.
Cottage Cheese Bread
You’ve probably seen this all over social media, but for good reason – cheesy bread is so easy and delicious. This recipe from Dinner Mom shares its uses and you can use it in sandwiches, wraps, dips and more.
cheese biscuits
Want a delicious high-protein snack with a satisfying crunch? Hey, me too. That’s why we should all make these cheese crackers. If the texture of cheese is what puts you off the most, you’ll enjoy these baked cookies better. You get all the benefits of cottage cheese without any of the texture, and you can completely customize this recipe to use any of your favorite seasonings.
Whipped Cheese Dessert
If you have a sweet tooth, try whipping cottage cheese until smooth, mixing with a sweetener like peanut butter or honey, and adding toppings like chocolate chips for the perfect afternoon snack or dessert.
Cottage cheese has come a long way, and honestly, it deserves the attention it deserves right now. It’s versatile, packed with protein, and easy to find – add it to your shopping list ASAP.
