Garlic-infused bread, rich cottage cheese, sweet tomatoes, and basil… this cottage cheese toast will rock your world. It’s a filling and protein-rich snack!
Looking for more toasts? Check out our avocado toast, mushroom bruschetta, and stuffed French toast for more carb-y goodness.
Cottage Cheese Toast Video
How To Make Cottage Cheese Toast
The components of this recipe are already in the name — toast and cottage cheese! Put it all together in three easy steps.
- Toast the bread: In a toaster or on a skillet, toast the bread until crispy. If desired, rub a garlic clove over the toast for a stronger garlic flavor.
- Spread on the cottage cheese: Generously divide and spread the cottage cheese onto the slices of toast.
- Add the toppings: Layer on the sliced tomatoes. Add a sprinkle of salt and basil. Enjoy!
Hot tip: Blister the cherry tomatoes on a hot skillet and add a drizzle of balsamic glaze to take your cottage cheese toast over the top.
Savory Variations
Why stop at tomatoes and basil? Here are our favorite savory ingredients to dress up this cottage cheese toast in a wardrobe of different flavors.
- Veggies: Get a green boost with avocado, sprouts, or your favorite leafy greens. To add a crunchy texture, try cucumber or radish. For tang, add pickled red onions.
- Smoked salmon: Mix a bit of softened cream cheese with the cottage cheese, then layer on slices of smoked salmon to your heart’s desire. A sprig of fresh dill on top is a must!
- Bacon and eggs: Make it a breakfast toast with perfectly cooked bacon and runny poached or sunny-side-up eggs.
Sweet Variations
Do you have a sweet tooth? Well, you’re in the right place — cottage cheese toast is the perfect canvas to experiment on with sweet variations.
- Jam: For a fruity twist, dollop raspberry jam, blackberry jam, or apricot jam onto your toast.
- Honey: Add extra sweet flavor with a drizzle of honey.
- Fresh fruit: Pile on freshly sliced strawberries, blueberries, or bananas for a picture-worthy toast. Add a pinch of lemon zest if desired.
- Spices and nuts: Get toasty with cinnamon, or sprinkle on chopped pecans, walnuts, or hazelnuts for a crunch.
Tips From the Kitchen
Cottage cheese gets a bad rap, but we’re convinced it’s underrated. Follow these tips for the best cottage cheese toast, and you’ll see what we mean.
- Use in-season tomatoes. Look for cherry tomatoes on the vine with a deep red color and sweet aroma. Heirloom tomatoes are also a colorful and delicious option!
- Opt for homemade bread. There’s no better way to enjoy toast than with homemade bread! Take your pick between sourdough, white miche bread, or focaccia.
- Blend the cottage cheese (optional). Are you put off by the curdled texture of cottage cheese? Follow our recipe for whipped cottage cheese for a smoother experience.
Storing Cottage Cheese Toast
We recommend enjoying cottage cheese toast immediately for the best texture. If you’re not able to finish it all in one go, keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours.
More Cottage Cheese Recipes
- Cottage Cheese Pancakes — Addicting crispy edges and a soft center
- Cottage Cheese Bread — High protein with an incredible spongy texture
- Cottage Cheese Buns — Fluffy and lightly sweetened
- Oatmeal Cottage Cheese Waffles — Four ingredients and packed with fiber
Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese full fat
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh basil sliced
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Toast the bread slices to your desired level of crispiness. Rub the garlic clove over the warm bread.
- Spread the cottage cheese evenly on both slices of bread.
- Top with the sliced tomatoes and basil. Sprinkle salt to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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