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A stack of three golden brown, homemade cottage cheese burger buns topped with sesame seeds, ready to be served.

Fluffy High-protein Cottage Cheese Burger Buns

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Tired of dense cottage cheese bread? This recipe delivers genuinely fluffy, high-protein burger buns with a perfect bread-like chew. Ready in under an hour without any yeast or proofing!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Bread, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 buns
Calories 206 kcal

Equipment

  • Food Processor or Blender
  • Large baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g Cottage cheese, full-fat small-curd recommended
  • 280 g All-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Vital wheat gluten
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder aluminum-free recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Egg for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon Water for egg wash

Instructions
 

Prep and Blend the Base

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking tray with parchment paper.
  • In a food processor or high-powered blender, blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth and creamy, with no curds remaining. Transfer the smooth cheese to a large mixing bowl.

Combine and Knead the Dough

  • To the bowl with the blended cottage cheese, add the all-purpose flour, vital wheat gluten, baking powder, and salt. Use a spatula to stir until a shaggy, soft dough begins to form.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for just 30 to 60 seconds until it comes together into a cohesive, smooth ball. The dough should be soft and slightly tacky, but not stick messily to your hands.

Shape and Finish the Buns

  • Divide the dough into 8 equal portions (about 90–100g each). Roll each portion between your palms to form a smooth ball.
  • Place the dough balls on the prepared baking tray, leaving space between them. Gently flatten the tops slightly with your palm.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water. Brush the top of each bun generously with the egg wash for a glossy, golden finish. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.

Bake or Air Fry

  • Oven Method: Bake for 30–35 minutes, until the tops are deep golden brown and a bun sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
    Air Fryer Method: Preheat air fryer to 350°F (180°C). Cook in batches for 10–15 minutes until golden and cooked through.

Cool Completely

  • Let the buns cool on a wire rack for at least 15-20 minutes before slicing. This step is crucial to prevent a gummy interior.

Notes

Ingredient Notes: For the best texture, use full-fat, small-curd cottage cheese and blend it until completely smooth. The vital wheat gluten is essential for achieving a chewy, bread-like crumb.
Dough Consistency: The dough should be soft and slightly tacky. If it's too sticky due to high-moisture cottage cheese, add more flour one tablespoon at a time. If it's too dry, add water one teaspoon at a time.
Flavor Variations: For savory herb buns, add 1/2 tsp garlic powder and 1 tsp dried rosemary to the dry ingredients. For cheesy buns, mix in 1/4 cup of grated sharp cheddar.
Storage: Store cooled buns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They also freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 470mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg
Keyword cottage cheese burger buns, high protein buns, no yeast bread
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