When it comes to creative ways to use cottage cheese, blending it with a variety of ingredients is a game-changer. The creaminess of cottage cheese pairs perfectly with sweet and savory flavors, making it a versatile ingredient for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even dessert. Whether you’re looking for a healthy snack or a delicious meal, blended cottage cheese recipes have got you covered.
From classic dips to decadent desserts, we’ve rounded up 20 creamy blended cottage cheese recipes that will inspire your culinary creativity. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet and fruity, savory and herby, or rich and indulgent, these recipes offer a wide range of flavors and textures to suit every taste.
Garlic Herb Blended Cottage Cheese Dip
A creamy and flavorful dip perfect for snacking or as a side dish for your favorite vegetables, crackers, or chips.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
– 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, garlic, parsley, dill, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
2. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. Serve chilled.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes (prep time) + 30 minutes (chilling time)
Strawberry Banana Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Start your day with a refreshing and healthy smoothie that combines the sweetness of strawberries, banana, and cottage cheese.
Ingredients:
– 1 ripe banana
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
– 1/2 cup cottage cheese
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Ice cubes (as needed)
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine the banana, strawberries, and cottage cheese.
2. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
3. Add the honey and blend until well combined.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness or consistency as desired.
5. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Cooking Time: 2-3 minutes
Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken with Blended Cottage Cheese
This recipe combines the flavors of fresh spinach, crumbly feta cheese, and creamy cottage cheese to create a moist and delicious chicken dish.
Ingredients:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
– 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
– 1/2 cup blended cottage cheese (see below)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Blended Cottage Cheese:
– 8 ounces cottage cheese
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a bowl, mix together spinach, feta cheese, and blended cottage cheese.
3. Lay the chicken breasts flat and make a horizontal incision in each breast to create a pocket.
4. Stuff each breast with the spinach-feta mixture, dividing it evenly among the four breasts.
5. Drizzle the tops of the chicken with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until cooked through.
Lemon Blueberry Blended Cottage Cheese Pancakes
Start your day with a burst of citrus and sweetness in these unique pancakes, featuring the creamy richness of cottage cheese blended with lemon zest and juicy blueberries.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 1/2 cup rolled oats
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1/4 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
– Unsalted butter, melted (for greasing the pan)
Instructions:
1. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, oats, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
3. Add lemon juice and blueberries; blend until well combined.
4. Grease the pan with melted butter. Using 1/4 cup measuring cups, scoop batter onto the pan.
5. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface and edges start to dry. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
6. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Cooking Time: Approximately 15-20 minutes (depending on batch size)
Avocado and Cottage Cheese Toast Blend
This recipe combines the richness of avocado with the creaminess of cottage cheese, all on top of a crispy slice of whole grain toast. It’s a nutritious and delicious snack or breakfast option that’s perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients:
– 2 ripe avocados
– 1/2 cup cottage cheese
– 2 slices whole grain bread (such as whole wheat or multigrain)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: red pepper flakes, chopped fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro)
Instructions:
1. Toast the bread until lightly browned.
2. Mash the avocados in a bowl until smooth.
3. Mix the cottage cheese with a fork until it’s creamy and well combined.
4. Spread the mashed avocado on top of the toast.
5. Dollop the cottage cheese mixture on top of the avocado.
6. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and any desired additional seasonings (like red pepper flakes or chopped herbs).
7. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes
Chocolate Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Pudding
This unique dessert combines the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the decadent flavors of chocolate and peanut butter, creating a treat that’s both indulgent and surprisingly healthy.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
– 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
– 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, and peanut butter. Mix until smooth.
2. Add the honey, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. Serve chilled, garnished with whipped cream or chopped nuts if desired.
Cooking Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required)
Tomato Basil Blended Cottage Cheese Pasta Sauce
This recipe is a creative twist on traditional pasta sauces, blending the flavors of fresh tomatoes and basil with creamy cottage cheese for a unique and delicious sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this sauce is sure to please!
Ingredients:
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil.
2. Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired.
4. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Toss with the blended sauce and serve hot.
Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes
Pumpkin Spice Cottage Cheese Oatmeal Blend
Start your day with a warm and comforting bowl of Pumpkin Spice Cottage Cheese Oatmeal Blend, infused with the flavors of fall.
Ingredients:
– 1/2 cup rolled oats
– 1/4 cup cottage cheese
– 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– Pinch of salt
– Optional: 1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (to taste)
Instructions:
1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the oats and cottage cheese. Mix until well combined.
2. Add the pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the oat mixture. Stir until smooth.
3. Cook on low heat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, or until warmed through.
4. If desired, add honey or maple syrup to taste. Serve warm.
Cooking Time: 30-45 seconds
Roasted Red Pepper and Cottage Cheese Spread
Elevate your snack game with this creamy, flavorful spread that combines the sweetness of roasted red peppers with the tanginess of cottage cheese. Perfect for dipping veggies or crackers.
Ingredients:
– 2 large red bell peppers
– 1 (16 oz) container cottage cheese
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: chopped fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Roast the red peppers by placing them on a baking sheet, drizzling with olive oil, and seasoning with salt and pepper. Roast for 30-40 minutes, or until skin is blistered and charred.
3. Remove peppers from oven and let cool. Peel off skin, discarding it, and place peppers in blender or food processor.
4. Add cottage cheese to the blender and blend until smooth.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley or dill if desired.
Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes (roasting time only)
Berry Blast Cottage Cheese Parfait
Start your day with a refreshing twist on traditional cottage cheese, packed with sweet and tangy berries and crunchy granola.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 1/2 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1/4 cup granola
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together the cottage cheese and honey until smooth.
2. Layer the mixture with the mixed berries in a parfait glass or tall clear cup.
3. Sprinkle the granola on top of the berries.
4. Drizzle the vanilla extract over the granola.
5. Repeat the layers one more time, ending with the granola on top.
Cooking Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required!)
Servings: 1-2
Savory Cottage Cheese and Chive Mashed Potatoes
Transform your mashed potatoes into a rich and creamy side dish with the addition of savory cottage cheese and chives.
Ingredients:
– 3-4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped into 1-inch cubes
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1/4 cup cottage cheese
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Place the potatoes in a large pot and add enough cold water to cover them. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
2. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, cottage cheese, chives, salt, and pepper. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or a fork until they’re smooth and creamy.
3. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
4. Serve hot.
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Waffle Topping
Elevate your waffles with this sweet and savory topping featuring the warmth of cinnamon, crunch of apple, and creaminess of cottage cheese. Perfect for a weekend brunch or breakfast on-the-go!
Ingredients:
– 1/2 cup cottage cheese
– 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 apple, diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, sugar, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
2. Add the diced apple to the bowl and stir until well combined.
3. Fold in the melted butter until the mixture is creamy.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. Spoon or pipe the topping onto your waffles just before serving.
Cooking Time: None, as this topping is a refrigerator-based preparation.
Spicy Jalapeño Cottage Cheese Stuffed Peppers
Elevate your snack game with these sweet and spicy stuffed peppers! Crisp jalapeños add a bold kick to creamy cottage cheese, wrapped up in bell pepper goodness.
Ingredients:
– 4 large bell peppers, any color
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
– 2 jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: additional toppings such as diced tomatoes or crushed tortilla chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the tops off bell peppers and remove seeds and membranes.
3. In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, cilantro, and chopped jalapeños. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Stuff each bell pepper with the cheese mixture.
5. Place stuffed peppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bell peppers are tender.
Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Carrot Cake Blended Cottage Cheese Frosting
A creamy and refreshing frosting that combines the flavors of carrot cake with the tanginess of cottage cheese.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
– 1/4 cup powdered sugar
– 2 teaspoons grated orange zest
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 2-3 drops carrot cake flavor extract (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, butter, and powdered sugar. Blend until smooth and creamy.
2. Add orange zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until well combined.
3. If using carrot cake flavor extract, add it now and blend to combine.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness or flavor as needed.
5. Use immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Cooking Time: None
Mediterranean Cottage Cheese and Olive Tapenade
Elevate your snack game with this flavorful and refreshing Mediterranean-inspired treat. This creamy cottage cheese is infused with the savory goodness of olive tapenade, perfect for a quick pick-me-up or as a healthy addition to your favorite meals.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 2 tablespoons olive tapenade (homemade or store-bought)
– 1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley or thyme leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese and olive tapenade. Mix until smooth.
2. Add the lemon zest and season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. Just before serving, garnish with fresh parsley or thyme leaves if desired.
5. Serve chilled.
Cooking Time: 0-30 minutes (depending on how long you want the flavors to meld)
Peach Mango Cottage Cheese Smoothie Bowl
Peach Mango Cottage Cheese Smoothie Bowl: A Refreshing and Healthy Treat
Starting your day with a nutritious and delicious smoothie bowl is the perfect way to boost your energy levels. This peach mango cottage cheese smoothie bowl recipe combines the sweetness of peaches, the creaminess of mango, and the tanginess of cottage cheese for a unique and satisfying breakfast or snack.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen peaches
- 1/2 cup frozen mango
- 1/4 cup plain cottage cheese
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice cubes (as needed)
- Toppings: sliced almonds, shredded coconut, or fresh fruit of your choice
Instructions:
- Blast the frozen peaches and mango in a blender until smooth.
- Add the cottage cheese, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until well combined.
- Add ice cubes if you want a thicker consistency.
- Pour the mixture into a bowl and top with your desired toppings.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Loaded Baked Potato with Blended Cottage Cheese
Transform a humble baked potato into a creamy, cheesy masterpiece by topping it with blended cottage cheese and your favorite fixings.
Ingredients:
– 1 large baking potato
– 1/2 cup cottage cheese
– 1 tablespoon milk
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– Optional toppings: shredded cheddar, diced onions, sour cream, chives
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Scrub the potato clean and poke some holes in it with a fork.
3. Rub the potato with a little bit of oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4. Bake the potato for about 45-60 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork.
5. While the potato is baking, blend the cottage cheese, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
6. When the potato is done, let it cool for a few minutes. Then, slice it open and top with the blended cottage cheese, your choice of toppings, and serve.
Cooking Time: 45-60 minutes
Matcha Green Tea Cottage Cheese Pudding
This refreshing dessert combines the subtle bitterness of matcha green tea with the creamy texture of cottage cheese, perfect for a light and revitalizing treat. This simple pudding is ready in just 10 minutes!
Ingredients:
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese
• 1 tablespoon matcha powder (unsweetened)
• 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese and matcha powder until well combined.
2. Add the honey or sugar and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
3. Pour the mixture into small serving cups or ramekins.
4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve chilled, garnished with additional matcha powder if desired.
Cooking Time: 10 minutes (including chilling time)
Smoked Salmon and Cottage Cheese Bagel Spread
A refreshing and flavorful spread perfect for topping toasted bagels or crackers. This recipe combines the richness of smoked salmon with the creaminess of cottage cheese, creating a delightful snack or light meal.
Ingredients:
– 8 oz smoked salmon, flaked
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
– 1/4 tsp lemon zest
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, combine the flaked salmon, cottage cheese, and softened butter. Mix until well combined.
2. Stir in the lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. Serve on toasted bagels or crackers, garnished with chopped fresh dill if desired.
Cooking Time: None required! Simply assemble the spread and chill before serving.
Vanilla Almond Blended Cottage Cheese Dessert
A creamy and refreshing dessert perfect for warm weather, this Vanilla Almond Blended Cottage Cheese Dessert is a unique twist on traditional desserts. With the sweetness of vanilla and the crunch of almonds, it’s sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients:
– 1 (16 oz) container cottage cheese
– 2 tbsp vanilla extract
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup sliced almonds
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar. Blend until smooth.
2. Add sliced almonds to the blender and blend until well combined.
3. Pour in heavy cream and blend until the desired consistency is reached.
4. Spoon the dessert into individual serving cups or a large serving dish.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Summary
Get creative with cottage cheese! This versatile ingredient can be blended into a variety of delicious recipes for every meal. From savory dishes like Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken and Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce, to sweet treats like Lemon Blueberry Pancakes and Carrot Cake Frosting, there’s something for everyone. Blend cottage cheese with herbs and spices for a tasty dip or spread, or mix it with fruit for a healthy smoothie. Whether you’re in the mood for something classic and comforting or innovative and adventurous, this collection of 20 creamy blended cottage cheese recipes has got you covered!
