Cottage Cheese Substitutions
Find the perfect substitute for cottage cheese in your baking recipes. Each option includes ratios, notes, and tips for best results.
Sour Cream
3.0
Best in: Muffins, Quick Breads, Cakes
Ratio: 1 cup Sour Cream
dairy
Unsalted Butter
2.5
Best in: Cakes, Muffins, Quick Breads
Ratio: 1 cup Unsalted Butter
dairy
Salted Butter
2.0
Best in: Muffins, Quick Breads, Cakes
Ratio: 1 cup Salted Butter
dairy
Substitution Tips
Get the best results when substituting cottage cheese.
General Guidelines
- • Start with smaller batches when trying new substitutions
- • Consider the texture and flavor impact on your recipe
- • Adjust other liquids if your substitute changes moisture content
- • Check expiration dates - fresh ingredients make better substitutes
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