Description
Fluffy, savory High-Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Biscuits made with cottage cheese for a boost of protein, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or serving alongside soups and stews.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cottage cheese (small curd, full-fat or low-fat)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk or buttermilk
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- 3. In another bowl, mix cottage cheese, melted butter, egg, and milk until combined.
- 4. Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined — do not overmix.
- 5. Drop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet (makes about 10–12 biscuits).
- 6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until biscuits are golden brown on top.
- 7. Cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- These biscuits are naturally higher in protein thanks to cottage cheese.
- Add shredded cheddar, herbs, or chives for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: high protein, cottage cheese, biscuits, healthy snack