Cottage Cheese Croissants

Delight your taste buds with these irresistibly flaky Cottage Cheese Croissants—an easy-to-make treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon snack. Made with a rich blend of buttery dough and creamy cottage cheese, these croissants boast a tender texture and a subtly tangy flavor that sets them apart from traditional pastries. The secret lies in the simple yet genius dough, which requires no yeast and comes together in no time. After a brief chill in the fridge, the dough is rolled, sliced, and shaped into elegant crescents, ready to bake into golden perfection. Ideal for both sweet and savory pairings, these homemade croissants can be enjoyed plain or with your favorite jam, honey, or cheese spread. With minimal prep time and a foolproof technique, this recipe is sure to become your go-to for quick and satisfying baked goods.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Butter, cold and diced
• 200 grams Cottage cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 unit Egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons Milk, for brushing

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar.

Step 2

Add cold, diced butter to the dry ingredients and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Stir in the cottage cheese and knead gently until the dough comes together. Be careful not to over-mix to maintain a light texture.

Step 4

Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight if preparing ahead).

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Dust a clean surface with flour and roll the chilled dough into a circle about 3 mm (0.12 inches) thick.

Step 7

Cut the circle into 8 equal triangles, similar to slicing a pizza.

Step 8

Starting at the wide edge of each triangle, roll the dough tightly toward the point to shape the dough into croissants.

Step 9

Place the croissants on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them to expand during baking.

Step 10

Brush the croissants lightly with milk to enhance their color and shine as they bake.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and puffed up.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(678.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2336.9

Total Fat 135.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 538.6mg	0%
Sodium 2815.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 235.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 43.6g
Protein 43.7g	0%

Vitamin D 146.6IU	0%
Calcium 216.3mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 475.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.3%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 40.2%