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Creamy vegan cottage cheese made with tofu served in a white bowl with a sprinkle of herbs
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Vegan Cottage Cheese – Dairy-Free, Creamy & Versatile

This quick vegan cottage cheese recipe is creamy, tangy, and made with tofu—perfect for baking, breakfast, and dairy-free dishes. Ready in just 3 minutes!
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time3 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: Vegan Basics / Dairy-Free Substitute
Keyword: dairy-free cheese alternative, dairy-free substitute, easy vegan cheese, high-protein vegan breakfast, tofu cottage cheese, vegan cottage cheese
Servings: 2 portions
Calories: 220kcal
Cost: €0.60

Ingredients

  • 300 g natural tofu firm or medium-firm
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp nutritional yeast
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of sugar optional

Instructions

Step 1: Mash the Tofu

  • In a medium bowl, mash the tofu with a fork until it resembles the texture of cottage cheese—crumbly but moist.

Step 2: Add Flavor

  • Sprinkle in lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and a tiny pinch of sugar. Mix everything together until evenly incorporated.

Step 3: Serve or Store

  • Use immediately or store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It gets even better once the flavors meld!