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Cottage cheese bread — a moist and tender, though slightly tangy bread that is just right for toast at breakfast time, sandwich lunches or to slather with butter to enjoy as snacks. It is super easy to make so spread some cottage cheese on your bread if you are looking for new recipes, it pairs reasonably well and brings a smoothness that contrasts nicely.

This easy loaf only needs a handful of super-basic ingredients and is excellent for almost ANY side dish.

Ingredients for Cottage Cheese Bread

This cottage cheese bread recipe is simple and uses ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Here’s what you’ll need:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup milk (optional, if the dough is too dry)

Instructions for Making Cottage Cheese Bread

Proof the Yeast: If you’re using active dry yeast, start by mixing it with warm water and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the mixture takes on a frothy appearance: this means that the yeast is alive and working. If you’re using instant yest, you can skip this step and mix it in directly with other dry ingredients.

Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese,eggs and melted butter or oil the sugar(white or grated).You can keep stirring the mix until all the elements are well blended together. If you want to get a smoother cocktail, you can take the cottage cheese into a food processor and 6, it should be OK with amour mixing it on its own next to the other ingredients.

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the flour and salt. You can also add the yeast to the flour mixture at this time if you are using instant dry yeast.

Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients slowly, stirring together with a wooden spoon or dough hook attachment on stand mixer. If it feels too sticky, add more flour one tablespoon at a time until you have a soft dough. Mix and knead the dough by hand, or with a stand mixer for around 8-10minutes until it is smooth and elastic.

First Rise: Put the dough into a greased bowl, cover it with a clean teag towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm (draft-free) place. This will take about 1 to 1 1/2 hours depending on the temperature; you will know that it is ready when doubled in size. The dough should be soft and puffy when ready.

Shaping the Dough: Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the gas and transfer to a floured surface. Shape the loaf by folding it into thirds and pinching the edges together. Put the shaped dough into an oiled 9×5-inch loaf pan.

Rising Again: Cover the loaf with a clean towel and let it rise once more–thirty minutes is enough time, or until it doubles in size. When done, the dough should be just a bit puffy above the edges of the loaf pan.

Bake the Bread: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). All it takes is 35-40 minutes in a hot oven to make your own meltingly tender cottage cheese bread. Just gently pierce or squeeze the top of the loaf; if it is golden brown and sounds hollow you know that your bread is done. If the bread browns too fast, loosely cover it with aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.

Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven once it’s ready, leaving it in pan to cool for 10 minutes. Then remove the loaf from the pan and transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm with butter, jam or any kind of toppings.

Variations and Tips for Cottage Cheese Bread

While this basic recipe is delicious on its own, there are plenty of ways to customize it and add your twist to it:

• Add some herbs: Add in herbs like rosemary, thyme, dill to lift the flavor to a new dimension.
• Sprinkle sesame, poppy or sunflower seeds on top before baking
• Give it some body: Swap in half whole wheat flour for a denser bread.
• Add some sweet: This makes a plain bread so if you want a sweeter bread increase the sugar to 1/4 cup, and you can even add cinnamon or nutmeg to spice it up.
• Cheese boost: Some shredded cheddar or Parmesan cheese diced into the dough will give you a great cheesy taste.

What to Serve with Cottage Cheese Bread

Bread is light and suitable for accompanying most dishes. Some homemade bread loaf ideas are :

• Toast for breakfast – Spread butter or cheese on toast and top all your toast with something sweet (jam, honey, fruit).
• Sandwiches – Use the bread for sandwiches like piled high corned beef, or turkey, or even with avocado and tomatoes if you are a vegetarian.
• Serve: Best sliced warm and served with a side of soup || Great for comforting soups.
• Bread and butter: Have a simple slice with butter to satisfy your munchies cravings.

Storage Tips

cottage cheese bread will keep two or three days at room temperature. Make sure to keep it in an air tight container or wrap it securely with cling film so that they remain soft. It lasts longer when kept for up to three months in the freezer.

Just cut the loaf into slices, wrap each slice in plastic and freeze them together in a bag that you can get back. Defrost it at room temperature or in the toaster when you’re ready to have a piece.

Conclusion

This easy simple recipe for cottage cheese bread is an ideal choice if you want to bake something soft, tasty and slightly sour. It is easy to make, needs just basic ingredients, and can be adapted to suit your taste.

Cottage cheese bread will rapidly become a family favourite as part of your breakfast, lunch or a snack.

And the added protein from cottage cheese makes it just a bit healthier than your usual loaf of bread. Try it out, and enjoy the homemade goodness!