Cottage cheese cookies: A classic treat returns to delight
Unassuming, slightly golden, and buttery, cheese cookies with sugar are one of those recipes that, once mastered, remain a staple in the home repertoire for years. Their preparation takes just a moment, and the result? Crispy on the outside, delicate on the inside, and wonderfully fragrant. Perfect with coffee, tea, for guests, or simply for snacking during the day.
Sometimes the simplest baked goods taste the best. Without fancy additions or lengthy kneading, cottage cheese, flour, and a touch of sugar are all you need to create a dessert that disappears from the plate in the blink of an eye. Cheese cookies are a classic, cherished by our grandmothers and mothers. Today, they are making a comeback as a quick and delicious snack for coffee or tea. Their unique taste and delightful crispiness make it hard to stop at just one.
Recipe for cheese cookies with sugar
Just a few simple ingredients, one rolling pin, and a touch of sugar – that's all it takes to create cookies that no one can resist. They are perfect for family gatherings, the holiday table, or as a sweet snack with coffee. Despite their simple appearance, they often elicit a "wow" effect with every first bite.
Ingredients (for about 30 pieces):
- 9 oz of full-fat or semi-skimmed cottage cheese (preferably ground),
- 9 oz of butter,
- 9 oz of all-purpose flour,
- A pinch of salt,
- Granulated sugar for coating.
Preparation:
- Quickly knead the cottage cheese, butter, and flour together into a uniform mass, wrap it in plastic wrap, and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- After chilling, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 0.2 inches, cut out circles with a glass, fold each one in half, coat in sugar, fold again, and press down.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, bake at 355°F for 20–25 minutes until they are golden and crispy.
Why make cheese cookies?
Cheese cookies with sugar are a true classic that combines ease of preparation with exceptional taste. Thanks to the addition of cottage cheese, these cookies are not only soft and delicate but also more filling and moist than traditional crispy cookies. Cottage cheese, along with its protein and calcium, adds a delicate tangy note that contrasts perfectly with the sweetness of sugar. It's an excellent idea for a dessert without baking powder or yeast – the magic lies in the right proportions of fat and cheese. Moreover, these cookies can be made in advance and stored in a tin; over time, they gain in crispiness, and their flavour deepens.
