Cottage Cheese Bread Recipe
Soft, moist, and delicious, this cottage cheese bread recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a side dish. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it’s a versatile addition to any meal.
Equipment
- 1 Large mixing bowl
- 1 Loaf pan
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Wire rack
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water 110°
- 1 cup cottage cheese room temperature
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 egg
- 3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill optional
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese, sugar, salt, melted butter, and egg.
- Combine Yeast and Wet Mixture: Add the activated yeast to the wet ingredients and stir gently.
- Incorporate Flour: Gradually add flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. If using dill, mix it in during this step.
- Knead Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape Dough: Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place in a greased loaf pan.
- Second Rise: Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool on a wire rack before slicing. Enjoy plain or with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For a dill-flavored bread, add 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh dill to the dough.
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for the best flavor, or low-fat for a lighter option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.