Description

Cottage Cheese Bread is a delightful fusion of creamy cottage cheese and traditional bread, resulting in a moist, tender loaf with a subtle tangy flavor. This bread is perfect for sandwiches, toasting, or enjoying on its own, offering a nutritious and satisfying option for any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (240g) cottage cheese
2 tablespoons (25g) sugar
1 teaspoon (5g) salt
1/4 cup (60ml) warm water
2 1/4 teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast
2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour

Instructions

Activate Yeast: In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar and yeast in warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese and salt until well blended.
Combine Mixtures: Pour the activated yeast into the cottage cheese mixture and stir gently.
Add Flour: Gradually incorporate the flour, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
Shape and Second Rise: Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise again until doubled.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped.
Cool: Remove from the pan and cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

For a healthier twist, consider substituting all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour to increase fiber content and add a nutty flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 120 kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Cottage Cheese Bread, Homemade Bread, High-Protein Bread