Cottage Cheese Bread

Cottage Cheese Bread is the perfect solution if you are looking for a bread that is wholesome, delicious and high in protein. This quick bread recipe is made with oats which means that you do not need yeast, bread flour, almond flour or all purpose flour.

Cottage cheese creates a bread that is moist and very tender. If you have leftover cottage cheese then you may like to make Cottage Cheese Pancakes, Cottage Cheese Queso, Cottage Cheese Flatbread, Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust and Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip.

Why You’ll Love Cottage Cheese Bread

• High in protein – Thanks to the cottage cheese and eggs, this bread is naturally high in protein.
• No Yeast Required – No rising time or proofing, just mix and bake.
• Great Texture – Moist, soft, and slightly dense which makes it perfect for slicing and toasting.
• Versatile – Great with savory toppings or a touch of honey and butter. It taste great no matter how the bread is served. Skip the regular bread and make Cottage Cheese Bread.

Ingredients

• Old Fashioned Roll Oats – I wouldn’t recommend using quick oats as the texture of the bread could change.
• Cottage Cheese – Full fat cottage cheese works the best in this recipe for the best flavor and consistency of the bread. But you can also use low fat.
• Ground Flax Seed – You can also use Chia Seeds
• Eggs – We used the whole eggs including the egg whites
• Olive Oil – Any oil will work in this recipe. 

Scroll down to the recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.

How to Make Cottage Cheese Bread

• Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a 9X5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper. 

Step 2 – Blend the old fashioned oats in a large food processor or blender until they are a fine powder. 

Step 3 – Add in the cottage cheese with the liquid, flax seed, eggs, olive oil, baking powder and salt into the food processor or blender. Blend until combined and smooth. 

Step 4 – Pour this dough mixture into a prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 5 – Allow the bread to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Carefully remove the bread from the pan by lifting the parchment paper. Then the bread is ready to slice, serve and enjoy! 

Recipe Tips

• Prepare Baking Pan – You don’t have to spray the parchment paper. Just pour the batter directly into the pan on top of the parchment paper and it should be easily removed from the pan. 
• Baking Time – Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the loaf pan and your oven. Make sure to use a toothpick to check the center of the bread to see if the bread is finished baking and the top is golden brown.
• Cool Bread – Allow the bread to rest after baking and cool completely before slicing the bread.

Variations Ideas

• Savory Herb Bread – Add 1 tsp dried herbs (like rosemary or thyme) and sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Italian Seasoning is also a great addition topped with parmesan cheese.
• Cheddar Cottage Cheese Bread – Stir in ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar before baking.
• Sweet Version – Skip garlic powder, and add a bit more honey and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
• Gluten-Free – Substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
• Add Chopped Nuts – Stir in sunflower seeds, flaxseeds, or chopped walnuts for added texture and nutrition.

How to Serve Cottage Cheese Bread

This Cottage Cheese Bread can be served in many ways. These are some of my family’s favorites.

• Serve for Breakfast – Toasted with butter and jam for breakfast. We love it with a Iced Coffee Recipe.
• Make a Sandwich – Use the bread as a sandwich base with turkey, spinach, and mustard. This Turkey Sandwich Recipe would be delicious made with the cottage cheese bread.
• Serve with Soup – With soups or stews for a hearty dinner. Make this Crock Pot Beef Stew Recipe and use this bread to dip into the delicious beef broth to get every last drop.
• High Protein Snack – Sliced and topped with avocado or egg salad for a protein-packed snack.