Cottage Cheese Buns
These buns are perfect for those who appreciate the unembellished flavours of simple, wholesome food. Without the use of yeast, milk, sugar or even baking powder, they rely entirely on the creamy richness of cottage cheese and the natural flavour of butter. This minimalist approach doesn’t just make them accessible and easy to prepare, but also highlights the inherent qualities of the ingredients themselves.
You really don’t need a lot of ingredients for these buns as the dough can be crafted using just flour, cottage cheese, butter and salt. The cottage cheese provides moisture and a subtle tang, while the butter adds richness. The result are simple bun with a delightful flavour profile.
The versatility of cottage cheese buns means they can be served as a snack, a side dish or even a quick breakfast option. Their dense yet soft texture pairs wonderfully with a warm bowl of soup or a crisp salad, making them a versatile addition to any meal.
Cottage cheese buns, in this pared-back form, offer a nostalgic nod to traditional baking methods while fitting seamlessly into modern dietary preferences. They’re a testament to the fact that sometimes, the simplest recipes bring the most joy and comfort. So next time you’re in the mood for baking, try whipping up a batch of these cottage cheese buns and enjoy the rustic charm they bring to your table.
Combine diced room temperature butter, cottage cheese, flour and 2 teaspoons of salt. Knead into a dough, then leave for at least 3 hours in the refrigerator.
On a well floured surface roll out the dough into 1 cm thickness, and cut into desired shapes.
Spread them over a lined baking sheet, brush with some egg wash and sprinkle them either wih coarse sea salt, sesame seeds or black cumin seeds.
Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C/428°F for 13-15 minutes until golden.
Cottage Cheese Buns
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine diced room temperature butter, cottage cheese, flour and 2 teaspoons of salt. Knead into a dough, then leave for at least 3 hours in the refrigerator.
- On a well floured surface roll out the dough into 1 cm thickness, and cut into desired shapes.
- Spread them over a lined baking sheet, brush with some egg wash and sprinkle them either with coarse sea salt, sesame seeds or black cumin seeds.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C for 13-15 minutes until golden.
