Soft, fluffy, protein-packed bread made with cottage cheese, eggs, and simple pantry ingredients. Great for sandwiches, toast, meal prep, or low-fat high-protein diets.

This bread has a tender texture similar to savory cloud bread crossed with traditional sandwich bread.

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Makes

1 loaf (8–10 slices)

Time

• Prep: 15 minutes
• Bake: 35–45 minutes
• Total: ~1 hour

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Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

• 1½ cups cottage cheese
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional for balance)
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

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Dry Ingredients

• 1½ cups oat flour
  (or all-purpose flour for fluffier texture)
• ½ cup unflavored or vanilla protein powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp garlic powder (optional savory version)

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Optional Add-Ins

Choose any:

• shredded cheddar cheese
• herbs
• sesame seeds
• everything bagel seasoning
• chili flakes
• parmesan

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Step 1: Preheat Oven

Preheat oven to:

• 350°F (175°C)

Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.

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Step 2: Blend Wet Ingredients

In blender or food processor combine:

• cottage cheese
• eggs
• olive oil
• honey
• vinegar

Blend until:

• smooth
• creamy
• mostly lump-free

This helps create fluffy texture.

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Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients

In large bowl whisk:

• oat flour
• protein powder
• baking powder
• baking soda
• salt
• garlic powder if using

Break up any protein powder lumps.

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Step 4: Make the Batter

Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients.

Fold gently until combined.

Batter should be:

• thick
• scoopable
• similar to thick muffin batter

Do not overmix.

Fold in optional add-ins.

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Step 5: Fill the Loaf Pan

Spread batter evenly into prepared loaf pan.

Optional toppings:

• sesame seeds
• oats
• parmesan
• herbs

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Step 6: Bake

Bake for:

• 35–45 minutes

Until:

• top is golden
• loaf feels firm
• toothpick comes out mostly clean

Internal temperature should reach approximately:

$200^\circ\mathrm{F}\text{ to }205^\circ\mathrm{F}$200∘F to 205∘F

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Step 7: Cool Properly

Cool in pan:

• 10 minutes

Then transfer to wire rack.

Let cool at least:

• 30 minutes before slicing

This helps structure set fully.

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Texture & Flavor

• Soft fluffy crumb
• Slight savory richness
• Moist interior
• Mild cottage cheese flavor
• Great toasted

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Approximate Nutrition (Per Slice)

Based on 10 slices:

• Calories: ~120–160
• Protein: ~10–14g
• Carbs: ~10–14g
• Fat: ~4–6g

Depends on flour and protein powder used.

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Best Ways to Serve

Savory

Top with:

• eggs
• avocado
• turkey
• cottage cheese
• smoked salmon

Sweet

Top with:

• peanut butter
• berries
• honey
• cinnamon yogurt

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Optional Variations

Cheesy Herb Bread

Add:

• cheddar
• parmesan
• rosemary

Low-Carb Version

Replace oat flour with:

• almond flour
• flaxseed meal

Extra Protein Version

Add:

• egg whites
• more protein powder
• hemp hearts

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Meal Prep & Storage

Refrigerator

• up to 5 days

Freezer

Slice before freezing for easier reheating.

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Pro Tips

Blend Cottage Cheese Smooth

This removes curds and improves texture.

Don’t Overbake

Protein breads dry out faster than regular bread.

Toasting Improves Flavor

Especially on day 2.

Let Bread Cool Before Slicing

Warm slicing can make it gummy.