Cottage Cheese Pastries With Mushrooms and Basil - Cook It Recipes

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: paneer

Ricotta provides a similar texture with lower fat.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a unique flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oat flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with a distinct taste.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

In a bowl, mix cottage cheese and sugar until smooth.

Add egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest; stir to combine.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cottage cheese mixture; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.

Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.

Cut the dough into circles using a glass or cutter.

Place a spoonful of the cottage cheese mixture in the center of each circle.

Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape; pinch edges to seal.

Place the pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.

Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.

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