cottage cheese substitutes

5 substitutes · avg score 7.1 · Cottage cheese — a fresh, mild cow's milk cheese made from curds in a milk or cream dressing, offering high protein with a soft, slightly grainy texture. Common in savory dips, salads, pancakes, lasagna, and high-protein breakfasts.

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quick swaps (averaged across uses)

01

Ricotta

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Smoother and richer; drain excess liquid, works 1:1 in lasagna, stuffed shells, and baking

02

Neufchatel

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Blend smooth, add 1 tbsp cream for richness

03

Plain Yogurt

6.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Blend smooth for similar tangy texture; thinner, strain through cheesecloth for thicker result

04

Sour Cream

6.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Blend smooth for dips, or use chunky in baking

05

Greek Yogurt

6.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Blend smooth for same creamy texture

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