Cottage cheese is a versatile and nutritious dairy product that’s packed with protein, making it an excellent choice for those looking to slim down quickly. Its high protein content helps keep you full and satisfied, reducing the likelihood of overeating. Incorporating cottage cheese into your diet through creative recipes can provide a delicious and effective way to support your weight loss goals. From savory dishes to sweet treats, high-protein cottage cheese-based recipes offer a tasty and satisfying option for shedding pounds and achieving a leaner physique.
Many TikTok creators who share healthy recipes have praised the taste and benefits of this dairy product. Here, we’ve gathered three of our favorite simple cottage cheese-based recipes that can also aid in weight loss.
@healthylittlepeach The viral cottage cheese flatbread blew my mind. It grossed me out when I first saw it, but now that I’ve tried it, it’s AMAZING! Thanks @healthymumway for creating this amazing recipe. I also sqw @Shredhappens version. 10/10! 1 cup cottage cheese 2 eggs 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp onion powder 1.5 tsp Italian seasoning -Add to a blender or food processor. Blend well. Line a small baking pan with parchment paper. Pour the cottage cheese mixture in and spread out evenly. -Bake on 350F for 40 minutes! -Use as bread and build a sandwich! I am using Tzatziki, chicken, tomatoes, arugula and red onion! #cottagecheese #cottagecheeseflatbread #healthyrecipes #lowcarbrecipes #viralrecipe original sound – Mac
1. Cottage Cheese Flatbread
Made with high-protein cottage cheese, this flatbread helps keep you full and satisfied, reducing the likelihood of overeating. Its versatility allows for a variety of healthy toppings, making it easy to incorporate into a balanced diet.
TikTok creator @healthylittlepeach shared her take on a cottage cheese flatbread. Although she was initially skeptical, she has become obsessed with the flavor and finds it incredibly delicious.
Ingredients: 1 cup cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 1/2 tsp. garlic powder, 1/2 tsp. onion powder, 1.5 tsp. Italian seasoning.
Instructions: Add these ingredients to a blender or food processor. Blend well. Line a small baking pan with parchment paper. Pour the cottage cheese mixture in and spread it out evenly.
Bake at 350F for 40 minutes! Use it as bread and build a sandwich! I am using Tzatziki, chicken, tomatoes, arugula, and red onion!
@andyseastcoastkitchen Call me crazy, but this Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough is going to be the snack of the year, mark my words! The chocolate, peanut butter, vanilla and almond powder completely change the flavour of the cottage cheese into something so fun and absolutely packed with protein. #foryou #cottagecheese #foodie #food #foodphotography #foodporn #cookiedough #cookies #chocolate #cookie #dessert #cookiesofinstagram Soulful Strut – The Young-Holt Unlimited
2. Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough
This one is for everyone with a sweet tooth! TikTok creator @andyseastcoastkitchen notes that this cottage cheese cookie dough recipe has 63 grams of proteins per cup! He says this is the go-to dessert if you get a sweet tooth late into the night but still want to hit your protein goals.
In a food processor, blend 2 cups of cottage cheese, 4 tablespoons of your preferred sweetener, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and mix in 2 1/4 cups of fine almond flour, 3/4 cup of vanilla protein powder, 2 tablespoons of natural peanut butter, 1 cup of chocolate chips, and a pinch of salt. The result “tastes just like cookie dough and is so satisfying.”
@aussiefitness Easy High Protein & Low Calorie Mac & Cheese Meal Prep! Ingredients: 400g Low Fat Cottage Cheese (blended) 100ml Low Fat Milk (slowly add more if needed after blending) 1 Tsp Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Salt & Black Pepper 320g Pasta (dry weight – Lulupasta Protein Elbow Pasta or your choice of pasta) 130g Low Fat Mozzarella (Bega 50% Less Fat Grated Cheese) 3 Slices Cheddar Cheese (Dairyworks Natural Cheddar Cheese – each slice weighs 20g) 13g Nutritional Yeast 1 Tsp of the same seasonings used above again IMPORTANT NOTES: One of the most important steps is making sure the stove is on the lowest heat setting, This ensures the sauce doesn’t split. Once all the cheeses are melted & combined blend the sauce once more to make it as smooth as possible then place it back on the pan off the heat completely before mixing everything together. #macandcheese #macncheese #lowcalorie #highprotein #weightloss #mealprep #fatloss #easyrecipe original sound – Aussie Fitness
3. Cottage Cheese Mac n’ Cheese
Everyone loves a side of mac and cheese, but it can often be high in calories and fat. TikTok creator @aussiefitness shared his version of a cottage cheese-based mac and cheese that tastes just like the classic dish but is high in protein and low in calories. This dish contains just 426 calories and 54.5 grams of protein!
In a blender, combine low-fat cottage cheese, low-fat milk, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend for 2 minutes until smooth and creamy. Cook protein elbow pasta in salted, boiling water. While the pasta cooks, pour the blended sauce into a pan over low heat, adding shredded low-fat mozzarella, nutritional yeast, and three slices of cheddar cheese.
For extra flavor, you can add the same seasonings used earlier. Stir until everything is combined, then blend the mixture again to make it extra smooth. Return the sauce to the pan with the heat off, mix in the cooked pasta, sprinkle with more cheese, garnish with parsley, and enjoy!
