These Cottage Cheese and Herb Biscuits are fluffy and bursting with flavor! Made with creamy cottage cheese and fresh herbs, they make a perfect side for any meal.
Plus, they’re super easy to whip up! I love serving them warm with butter or dipping them into soup. It’s like having a little herb garden in every bite! 🌿
Key Ingredients & Substitutions
All-Purpose Flour: This is the base for your biscuits. If you’re looking for a gluten-free option, a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend can work well. I’ve had success with brands like Bob’s Red Mill.
Cottage Cheese: You can use either full fat or low fat, depending on your preference. For a different texture, ricotta cheese can be a nice substitute. Just remember that it might change the flavor slightly.
Fresh Herbs: Dill, chives, and parsley are fantastic for flavor. You can swap these for other herbs like basil or thyme if you like. Dried herbs are okay too, but use about a third of the amount since they’re stronger.
Buttermilk: If you’re out of buttermilk, just add 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to a cup of regular milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. This homemade version works just as well!
How Do I Make Sure My Biscuits Rise and Are Tender?
Getting your biscuits light and fluffy requires a few key techniques. First, make sure to handle the dough gently. Overmixing can lead to tough biscuits. Aim for a few folds to create layers without overdoing it.
- Always use cold butter! Cold butter creates steam when baking, which helps the biscuits rise.
- Preheat your oven to ensure your biscuits bake quickly and rise properly.
- If you have time, letting the dough rest in the fridge for about 15 minutes can also create better texture.
How to Make Cottage Cheese and Herb Biscuits
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: 1/4 tsp black pepper
Wet Ingredients:
- 4 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full fat or low fat)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Fresh Herbs:
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
How Much Time Will You Need?
This recipe takes about 20 minutes to prepare and another 12-15 minutes to bake. Overall, you can have these delicious biscuits ready in just under half an hour!
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prepare:
Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). While it’s heating, line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the biscuits from sticking.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. If you’re using black pepper, add it here too. Make sure everything is well combined!
3. Cut in the Butter:
Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, mix the butter into the flour until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. This is important for a flaky texture!
4. Add Cottage Cheese and Herbs:
Stir in the cottage cheese and the freshly chopped herbs until they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture. The cottage cheese will keep your biscuits moist!
5. Combine Wet Ingredients:
Pour in the buttermilk and mix gently with a spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix, or your biscuits might turn out tough!
6. Shape the Dough:
There’s some fun part here! Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat or fold the dough over itself 2-3 times to create layers. Then, flatten it into a rough circle that’s about an inch thick.
7. Cut Out the Biscuits:
Using a biscuit cutter or a round cookie cutter, cut out your biscuits. Make sure to place them spaced apart on your prepared baking sheet. This way, they’ll have room to rise without baking into each other!
8. Bake:
Now, it’s time to bake! Place your baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and look delicious.
9. Cool and Serve:
Once they are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet. You can enjoy these biscuits warm, either on their own or with a dollop of butter!
Enjoy your fluffy, herb-packed cottage cheese biscuits!
Can I Use Reduced-Fat Cottage Cheese?
Absolutely! Reduced-fat cottage cheese works just as well in this recipe without compromising the texture too much. Just be aware that it might be a bit less creamy.
What Can I Use Instead of Buttermilk?
If you don’t have buttermilk, you can easily make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to 1/2 cup of milk. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it thickens slightly!
How Do I Store Leftover Biscuits?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them for up to 3 months. Just make sure to wrap them well to prevent freezer burn!
Can I Add Other Herbs or Ingredients?
Yes, feel free to experiment! You can mix in other herbs like thyme or basil, or add ingredients like grated cheese or sun-dried tomatoes for a different flavor profile. Just keep in mind that this might change the texture slightly.
