Description
These High Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Biscuits are a delicious and nutritious way to start your day, combining the creaminess of cottage cheese with the sharpness of cheddar and a hint of spice from jalapeño. Packed with protein and bursting with fresh cilantro and bell pepper, they offer a satisfying and flavorful breakfast option that is easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all purpose or gluten-free all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Dairy & Eggs
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 3/4 cups cottage cheese (full fat preferred, low fat also works)
Vegetables
- 1 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 to 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (optional, omit if you don’t like spice)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven. Set your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to preheat, ensuring it reaches the right temperature for baking the biscuits evenly.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, and cottage cheese. Stir these together until the mixture forms a consistent dough.
- Fold in Vegetables. Gently fold the chopped cilantro, green bell pepper, and jalapeno into the dough, distributing the veggies evenly without overmixing.
- Portion the Dough. Using a 1/3 cup scoop or measuring cup, portion the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Aim for 11-12 evenly sized biscuits for uniform baking.
- Bake the Biscuits. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve. Allow the biscuits to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving to maximize flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Use gluten-free all purpose flour to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Adjust jalapeno quantity to control the spice level or omit entirely for a milder biscuit.
- Full fat cottage cheese adds creaminess, but low fat can be used for a lighter version.
- These biscuits can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Reheat gently in a warm oven or toaster oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
