Garlic & Herb Cottage Cheese Biscuits – Fluffy, Cheesy & High-Protein
Description
These Garlic & Herb Cottage Cheese Biscuits are soft, fluffy, savory, and packed with protein. Made with creamy cottage cheese, garlic, herbs, and cheddar cheese, they bake into golden biscuits with a tender center and crispy edges. Perfect for breakfast, meal prep, soups, or as a healthy snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp cold butter, cubed
- ¾ cup milk
Optional Topping:
- Melted butter
- Extra parsley
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Add cold butter and cut it into the flour using a fork or pastry cutter until crumbly.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and parsley.
- In another bowl, combine cottage cheese and milk.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix gently until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Scoop or roll dough into biscuit shapes and place on baking tray.
- Bake for 14–17 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with parsley or parmesan before serving.
Servings
Makes 8 biscuits
Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutritional Information (Per Biscuit Approx.)
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fat: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Calcium: 18% DV
Benefits
- High in protein from cottage cheese
- Soft and fluffy with cheesy flavor
- Great for meal prep
- More filling than regular biscuits
- Perfect side for soups, salads, or breakfast
Tips
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for extra softness.
- Keep butter cold for flaky biscuits.
- Add chopped chives or dill for extra flavor.
- Don’t overwork the dough or biscuits may turn dense.
Q&A
Can I use whole wheat flour?
Yes, replace half the flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier version.
Can I freeze them?
Absolutely. Freeze after baking and reheat in the oven or air fryer.
What can I serve with these biscuits?
They pair perfectly with soups, eggs, chili, salads, or roasted chicken.
Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.
Serving Ideas
- With scrambled eggs for breakfast
- Alongside tomato soup
- As a savory snack with butter
- Mini sandwich biscuits with turkey or chicken