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5-Minute Cottage Cheese Biscuit

Fluffy 5-Minute Cottage Cheese Biscuit for Busy Mornings

Make these 5-Minute Cottage Cheese Biscuits for a quick, protein-packed, low-carb breakfast that’s gluten-free.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits
  • 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat or low-fat, drained
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 cup almond flour do not substitute with regular flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder preferably aluminum-free
  • 1 pinch salt adjust according to cottage cheese's salt level

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • microwave-safe dish
  • Oven
  • Baking Tray
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, add cottage cheese, egg, almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
  2. Decide whether to use the microwave or oven. Microwave: scoop batter into a greased dish and cook on high for 2-3 minutes. Oven: preheat to 350°F, shape biscuits and line a baking tray.
  3. If baking, form batter into round shapes and place on the tray. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Allow biscuits to cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature eggs and avoid overmixing. Store biscuits in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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