This cottage cheese mashed potato recipe is protein-rich but creamy, smooth, and slightly tangy. A crowd-pleasing comfort food that's also a quick and easy dinner side-dish that's creamy and comforting.
I love to sneak in extra protein into normal everyday recipes. I have already made another high-protein potato mashed potatoes. But since I'm a big cottage cheese, I couldn't help but try it in my mashed potatoes.
My husband and I usually prefer it with the skin on, and we love that it's still creamy without needing butter.
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Why I love this recipe
High-Protein: Thanks to the cottage cheese. This staple side dish is nutritiously elevated. It's lighter and healthier than the classic version.
Macro friendly: Thanks to the creaminess of cottage cheese. You still get that ultra-smooth, dreamy mash texture without using butter or cream.
Kid friendly: My toddlers approve of this recipe and can't tell it has cottage cheese in it.
If you're craving more potato dishes try this crispy potato salad or more high protein dishes try my chickpea salsa salad or this cottage cheese queso.
Key ingredients
- Potatoes : Yukon Gold or Russet work best, but any starchy potato will do. I’ve also tried it with sweet potatoes for a change.
- Cottage cheese: Go for full-fat for the creamiest texture, but low-fat works too. I love using it because it is high in protein.
- Milk: You can use any kind. I’ve used regular full-fat cow milk, almond, and even oat milk. Just warm it slightly before mixing for the best texture.
- Salt & pepper: Season to taste.
- Nutmeg: It's optional but I like just a pinch adds subtle warmth and depth. Totally optional, but worth it.
How to make cottage cheese mashed potatoes
- Peel your potatoes and cut them into even squares (this helps them cook evenly).
- Add them to a large pot and cover with cold water starting with cold water helps the potatoes cook more evenly.
- Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Whip the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth, scraping down the sides.
- Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot.
- Add cottage cheese, milk of choice, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Mash everything together until you reach your desired consistency. You can leave it a bit chunky or go smooth and creamy.
Hanaa's recipe tips
- Use warmed milk for a fluffy mash.
- You can use an electric whisk to mash your potatoes if you don't have a potato masher and for a quick and smooth mash.
- You can adjust the consistency by adding more cottage cheese/milk depending on whether you like it thicker or creamier.
Storage instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, add a splash of milk and warm gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.
Serving suggestions
I think this recipe would work really well with any of my liver recipes, but especially with my liver loaf.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, make sure the potatoes are perfectly smooth ( the electric whisk method is great for this) so that there are no lumps in the mash.
Cottage Cheese Mashed Potatoes (recipe card)
Cottage Cheese Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 6 potatoes
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup milk
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 pinch nutmeg
Instructions
- Peel your potatoes and cut them into even squares (this helps them cook evenly).
- Add them to a large pot and cover with cold water starting with cold water helps the potatoes cook more evenly.
- Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Whip the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot.
- Add cottage cheese, milk of choice, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Mash everything together until you reach your desired consistency. You can leave it a bit chunky or go smooth and creamy.
Notes
- Use warmed milk for a fluffy mash.
- You can use an electric whisk to mash your potatoes if you don't have a potato masher and for a quick and smooth mash.
- You can adjust the consistency by adding more cottage cheese/milk depending on whether you like it thicker or creamier.
Nutrition
Trust me, this creamy, healthy mashed potato recipe will be your new go-to. Let me know in the comments if you try it. I’d love to hear how it turned out!
