HOW LONG DOES BLENDED COTTAGE CHEESE LAST?

Store blended cottage cheese in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use it within 3–4 days. If the cottage cheese was already open before blending, always check the use-by date and follow the storage instructions on the package.

CAN YOU FREEZE BLENDED COTTAGE CHEESE?

Yes, but I don't recommend it if you want to preserve the smooth, creamy texture. Freezing can cause cottage cheese to become watery or grainy once thawed. It is best enjoyed freshly blended and refrigerated.

WHY IS MY BLENDED COTTAGE CHEESE STILL GRAINY?

It probably needs a little more blending. Scrape down the sides of the blender and continue blending until completely smooth. A high-speed blender generally produces the creamiest result.

CAN I MAKE BLENDED COTTAGE CHEESE WITHOUT A BLENDER?

Yes. A food processor or immersion blender will also work. The texture may take a little longer to become completely smooth depending on the appliance you use.

WHAT CAN I USE BLENDED COTTAGE CHEESE FOR?

Blended cottage cheese can be used as a creamy dip, spread, pasta sauce, salad dressing base, or topping for toast. You can also make it sweet with fruit, honey, maple syrup, or cocoa powder.

Blended Cottage Cheese (Creamy & High Protein)

Name: Blended Cottage Cheese (Creamy & High Protein)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1⅓ cups (300 g / 10 oz) cottage cheese, full-fat works best

Description

This blended cottage cheese is smooth, creamy, high in protein, and ready in just 5 minutes. Made with only one ingredient, it's delicious served sweet or savory as a dip, spread, breakfast, or snack.

Ingredients

Units Scale

1 1/3 cups (300 g / 10 oz) cottage cheese, full-fat works best

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Instructions

Add to blender:
Add the cottage cheese to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Blend until smooth:
Blend on high for 30–60 seconds, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Continue blending until completely smooth, creamy and no visible curds remain.
Serve:
Transfer the blended cottage cheese to a bowl and serve immediately, or refrigerate until chilled. Enjoy it plain or add your favorite sweet or savory toppings.

Notes

Blender: A high-speed blender will give you the smoothest texture, but a food processor or immersion blender can also be used.

Cottage cheese: Full-fat cottage cheese produces a richer, creamier consistency, although low-fat cottage cheese also works.

Consistency: If the mixture is too thick to blend smoothly, add a small splash of milk or water and blend again.

Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.

Place the blended whipped cottage cheese back into the container for easy storage.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Snack
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 150 g
Calories: 150 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 550 mg
Fat: 6.5 g
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Protein: 17 g