Substitute for Cottage Cheese

Curdy fresh cheese; mild, high protein.

• Dairy
• 3 options

1. 1

   Ricotta1:1

   Best

   Smoother; similar in richness.

   baking, lasagna
2. 2

   Greek yogurt1:1

   Tangier; blend if you need smoothness.

   dips, smoothies
3. 3

   Farmer's cheese1:1

   Drier, denser; nearly identical flavor.

   fillings, pierogi

Recipes that use cottage cheese

Ham & Cheese Hand Pies

14 min 375°F 310 cal

Air Fryer Grilled Cheese

8 min 375°F 380 cal

Ham and Cheese Wraps

8 min 375°F 300 cal

Other dairy swaps

Milk (whole)Heavy CreamButtermilkSour CreamCream CheeseYogurt (plain)Greek YogurtButterHalf & HalfSweetened Condensed MilkEvaporated MilkMascarpone

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