Description
This gluten-free cottage cheese bread is light, protein-rich, and full of tangy flavor. Made with simple ingredients, it’s the perfect nutritious alternative to traditional loaves—great for toast, sandwiches, or savory snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/4 cups gluten-free flour blend (with xanthan gum)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or chopped chives
- Optional: 1/4 cup shredded cheddar or Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Blend cottage cheese, eggs, and any optional seasonings until smooth in a blender or food processor.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir until combined into a thick, spreadable batter. Do not overmix.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Store at room temperature for up to 2 days, in the fridge for 5–6 days, or slice and freeze for up to 3 months. Toast slices before serving for best texture. Try with avocado, eggs, or nut butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg