Cottage Cheese Toast (2024)

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This cottage cheese toast is incredibly versatile. It’s the perfect way to start your day, a protein-packed snack or a quick 5-minute light dinner. Whether you’re craving a sweet or savory treat, you can switch out your toppings to suit you! Fruit, nuts, avocado, tomatoes? You name it, this toast nails it!

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Why You’ll Love It

Cottage cheese used to be a bit of a bland-tasting ingredient, but it’s having a bit of a revival now.

It’s packed with protein and, with its creamy and mild nature, it’s like a blank slate, ready to absorb and complement the myriad of ingredients you pair it with.

Pair it with some crunchy sourdough bread to counterbalance the cottage cheese’s softness, and you’ll have a perfect meal.

And the simplicity of the basic ingredients makes it a blank canvas that you can adapt to your liking.

It’s my go-to breakfast when I’m in a rush, a quick healthy snack when I’m feeling peckish, and sometimes, an easy light dinner when I can’t be bothered to cook anything that takes more than 5 minutes.

Essential Ingredients You’ll Need

• Bread: I love using whole wheat sourdough as it’s packed with beneficial bacteria and fiber. Make sure you buy real sourdough, though. Check the ingredients list: you only want flour, water, and salt (with some extra seeds on top, if you can find it).
• Toppings of your choice: Whether that’s fresh fruit, avocado, seeds, nuts, or anything in between, there are plenty of ideas to try. Don’t worry. I’ll fill you in on this later!

How to Make Cottage Cheese Toast

Basic overview. Full ingredients and instructions are in the recipe card below.

Toast your bread: Before you start, slice your bread to about ¾-inch to 1-inch thick to give you crispy edges and a soft center. Toast your bread in a toaster, in an oven, or on a stovetop grill. You should toast the bread until each side is crispy and golden (but not burnt!).

Prepare your toppings: Whether you’re craving a sweet or savory toast, you need to prep your toppings! Simply chop your fruit, tomatoes, veggies, herbs, and anything else you plan to use.

Assemble the toast: For savory toast, I like adding a little layer of extra virgin olive oil to my bread before the cheese. It adds some depth and complexity to the flavor. And some extra fats that keep me fuller for longer. Grab your cottage cheese and give it a good stir before spreading it on the bread. This helps to mix the liquid part of the cheese with the chunkier bits. Then, layer your toppings.

P.S.: The instructions for the Tuna and cucumber toast are a bit different, but I’ll share more below.

Enjoy: Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of the crunchy bread, soft cheese, and toppings.

Savory Cottage Cheese Toast Ideas

Tomato and Basil

Pairing tomato with basil and cottage cheese tastes exactly like bruschetta – and I can’t get enough of it!

Just top your cottage cheese toast base with sliced heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, and olive oil.

Avocado, Cherry Tomatoes, and Chili Flakes

If you’re trying to get more healthy fats into your diet, sliced avocado is always the way forward for breakfast!

I love the color and hint of acidity of the juicy cherry tomatoes, and the chili flakes add a touch of heat.

Smoked Salmon and Dill

If you’re not feeling like an Eggs Benny for breakfast, just top your cottage cheese toast with tasty smoked salmon.

It pairs beautifully with fresh dill, a brush of olive oil, and just a squeeze of lemon (to enhance the fish’s flavor!).

Upscale brunch at home? You’ve got it.

Tuna and Cucumber

This one is a bit different. We’ll mix the cottage cheese straight with canned tuna, crispy green onions, freshly chopped parsley, some capers, and a squeeze of lemon.

Top it with some crunchy cucumber, and you’ll have a delightful combination. It’s one of my favorites!

You can even substitute mackerel or sardines for the ultimate omega-3s powerhouse!

Sweet Cottage Cheese Toast Ideas

Berries, Lemon, and Honey

Is there anything better than berries mixed with honey and creamy cottage cheese? I don’t think so!

I love adding a few chia seeds for extra protein and lemon zest for brightness and zing.

Banana and Almond Butter

Honestly, I have such a soft spot for pairing smooth and creamy almond butter with super-sweet ripe bananas.

You can even add chocolate chips to the mix for a pleasant hit of texture and chocolatey goodness!

Cinnamon and Caramelized Apple

This variation on cottage cheese toast requires a bit of prep with a skillet to caramelize the apples.

But the tender apples work beautifully with crushed nuts, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and the crunchy toast.

It’s the ultimate fall breakfast!

Chocolate Chips, Nuts, and Maple Syrup

When you want a simple toast that’s ready in minutes, just throw a few chocolate chips and chopped nuts on toast!

The cottage cheese is a protein-rich base that pulls everything together.

Other Topping Ideas

If you’re looking for more ideas, sliced radishes, avocado, jam, dried fruit, and even dried herbs are all solid options!

One of my favorite one-minute toasts is cottage cheese, dried oregano, and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil: trust me, it’s a winner!

Whatever toppings you choose, just make sure they have interesting textures and contrasting flavors.

If you try this cottage cheese toast recipe, please leave a comment and a rating and let me know how much you liked it!

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