Source: Anna_shepulova, AdobeStock A delicate and delicious cottage cheese galette is sure to please all lovers of open pies. It's incredibly easy and quick to prepare, and its cottage cheese dough pairs wonderfully with various fillings. We're sharing the best recipes!
1. Cottage Cheese Galette with Berries
Source: AdobeStock The finished galette can be dusted with powdered sugar.
You will need:
For the dough: 400 g cottage cheese (9% fat), 200 g butter, 400 g flour, 2 tsp baking powder, salt.
For the filling: 400 g berries of your choice, 50 g cornstarch, sugar.
Preparation: Rub the cottage cheese with softened butter and salt. Add the flour with baking powder, knead the dough, and divide it in half. Roll out each half into a 5 mm thick circle. Arrange the berries, sprinkle them with sugar and cornstarch, and fold the edges of the galettes. Bake the cottage cheese galettes for 20-25 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
2. Cottage Cheese Galette with Apples
Source: AdobeStock Cottage cheese of any fat content is perfect for this recipe.
You will need:
For the dough: 300 g cottage cheese, 200 g butter, 2 eggs, 300 g flour, 4 tbsp sugar, 2 pinches of salt.
For the filling: 5-6 apples, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 4 tbsp sugar, 2 tsp ground cinnamon.
Preparation: Grate the cold butter and mix it with cottage cheese and eggs. Add the dry ingredients, knead the dough, and divide it in half. Roll out two flatbreads, sprinkle them with cornstarch, and arrange apple slices on top. Add sugar with cinnamon and bake the galettes for 25-30 minutes in the oven at 180-190 degrees Celsius.
3. Cottage Cheese Galette with Plums
Source: AdobeStock Plums make a wonderful juicy filling with a vibrant flavor.
You will need:
For the dough: 200 g cottage cheese, 200 g butter, 300 g flour, 3-4 tbsp powdered sugar.
For the filling: 600 g plums, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, powdered sugar.
Preparation: Cut the cold butter into pieces and rub it with flour and powdered sugar until crumbly. Add the cottage cheese, knead the dough, and refrigerate for half an hour.
Then divide the dough in half, roll out two flatbreads, and sprinkle with cornstarch. Arrange plum slices, leaving a border around the edge. Sprinkle with cinnamon and powdered sugar and fold the edges of the galettes. Bake them for approximately 25-30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
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4. Cottage Cheese Galette with Strawberries
Source: AdobeStock The special feature of this dough is that it's made with egg yolks.
You will need:
For the dough: 300 g cottage cheese (9% fat), 250 g butter, 2 egg yolks, 400 g flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 6 tbsp sugar, 2 pinches of salt.
For the filling: 1 kg strawberries, 2 tbsp cornstarch, sugar.
Preparation: Grate the cold butter and rub it with flour and baking powder until crumbly. Add the remaining ingredients, quickly knead the dough, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for half an hour. Then divide the dough in half and roll it into two flatbreads, 5-7 mm thick.
Slice the strawberries and mix them with cornstarch and sugar to taste. Place this filling on the galettes, leaving a border around the edge. Fold the edges of the galettes and bake for 30-35 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
5. Cottage Cheese Galette with Tomatoes
Source: AdobeStock An original savory galette recipe for an appetizer or snack.
You will need:
For the dough: 200 g cottage cheese, 200 g butter, 300 g flour, 2 pinches of salt.
For the filling: 300 g tomatoes, 300 g cottage cheese, 40 g basil, spices.
Preparation: Grate the cold butter and rub it with flour and salt. Add the cottage cheese, knead, and refrigerate the dough for half an hour. Then divide the dough in half and roll it into two flatbreads.
For the filling, mix cottage cheese, spices, and chopped basil. Spread the filling on the flatbreads and arrange tomato slices on top. You can sprinkle with grated cheese if desired. Fold the edges of the galettes towards the center and bake for 25-30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
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6. Cottage Cheese Galette with Blueberries and Cream Cheese
Source: AdobeStock If using frozen berries, let them thaw first.
You will need:
For the dough: 200 g cottage cheese, 150 g butter, 2 egg yolks, 250 g flour.
For the filling: 200 g blueberries, 50 g cream cheese, 40 g cornstarch, 40-60 g sugar.
Preparation: Mix cottage cheese with softened butter, add egg yolks, then gradually add flour. Knead the dough and refrigerate for half an hour. Mix blueberries with sugar and cornstarch, add cream cheese, and mix again. Roll out the dough into a flatbread, spread the filling, and fold the edges of the galette towards the center. Bake it for 20-30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
7. Cottage Cheese Galette with Nectarines
Source: AdobeStock Instead of nectarines, you can also use peaches or any other fruits.
You will need:
For the dough: 200 g cottage cheese, 80 g butter, 2 eggs, 250 g flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 2 tbsp sugar, 2 pinches of salt.
For the filling: 5-6 nectarines, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 3-4 tbsp sugar, ground cinnamon.
Preparation: Mix softened butter, cottage cheese, eggs, salt, and sugar. Add the dry ingredients and knead the dough. Divide it in half, roll into two flatbreads, and sprinkle with cornstarch. Arrange nectarine slices from the center, leaving a border around the edges. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon to taste and fold the edges of the galettes. Bake them for about 20 minutes in the oven at 190-200 degrees Celsius.
8. Cottage Cheese Galette with Apricots
Source: AdobeStock Another perfect summer galette recipe with fresh fruits.
You will need:
For the dough: 300 g cottage cheese (5% fat), 200 g butter, 2 egg yolks, 300 g flour, 50 g sugar, 2 pinches of salt.
For the filling: 800 g apricots, 25 g cornstarch, sugar.
Preparation: Mix the dry ingredients for the dough, add grated cold butter, and rub until crumbly. Add cottage cheese with egg yolks, knead the dough, and refrigerate for half an hour.
Then divide the dough in half and roll out two flatbreads. Sprinkle them with cornstarch and arrange apricot slices. Sprinkle them with sugar to taste, fold the edges of the galettes, and bake for 20 minutes in the oven at 190-200 degrees Celsius.
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9. Cottage Cheese Galette with Bananas and Kiwis
Source: AdobeStock For more aroma, mix a little vanilla or cinnamon into the dough.
You will need:
For the dough: 150 g cottage cheese, 50 g butter, 125 g flour, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 2 tbsp sugar, 2 pinches of salt.
For the filling: 1 banana, 2-3 kiwis.
Preparation: Mix cottage cheese, softened butter, sugar, and salt. Gradually add sifted flour with baking powder, knead the dough, and roll it into a flatbread. Arrange fruit slices. You can sprinkle them with sugar, pour syrup or jam over them. Fold the edges of the galette and bake it for 20 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.
10. Cottage Cheese Galette with Cherries
Source: AdobeStock Who doesn't love classic homemade cherry pastries?
You will need:
For the dough: 200 g cottage cheese, 200 g butter, 2 egg yolks, 250 g flour, 1 pinch of salt.
For the filling: 600 g cherries, 2 tsp cornstarch, 1 handful of walnuts, 4 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tsp vanilla sugar.
Preparation: Cut the cold butter and rub it with flour and salt until crumbly. Add cottage cheese with egg yolks, knead the dough, and refrigerate for half an hour. Mix pitted cherries, cornstarch, both types of sugar, and chopped nuts, raisins, or other additions to taste.
Roll out the dough into one or two flatbreads – depending on the desired size and number of galettes. Spread the filling and fold the edges towards the center. Bake the cottage cheese galette for approximately 30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
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11. Cottage Cheese Galette with Chicken
Source: AdobeStock This hearty galette can easily be prepared for breakfast or dinner.
You will need:
For the dough: 120 g cottage cheese, 80 g butter, 1 egg yolk, 150 g flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 2 pinches of salt.
For the filling: 150 g cooked chicken fillet, 1 egg, 200 g cottage cheese, 150 g hard cheese, 1 bunch of herbs, spices.
Preparation: Cut the cold butter and rub it with flour until crumbly. Add the remaining ingredients, knead the dough, and refrigerate for half an hour. Then roll out the dough into a flatbread 5-7 mm thick.
Blend the cottage cheese with the egg and spices for the filling. Add chopped herbs, grated cheese, and finely diced cooked chicken fillet. Spread the filling on the galette and fold the edges; you can brush the edges with egg yolk and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake the galette for 25 minutes in the oven at 200 degrees Celsius.
12. Cottage Cheese Galette with Egg and Onion
Source: AdobeStock These ingredients are enough for two medium-sized galettes.
You will need:
For the dough: 200 g cottage cheese, 150 g butter, 2 eggs, 300 g flour, 1 pinch of salt.
For the filling: 4 eggs, 400 g Suluguni cheese, 2 bunches of green onions.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs and mix them with cottage cheese and grated cold butter. Gradually mix in the flour with salt, knead the dough, and refrigerate for half an hour.
For the filling, mix grated Suluguni cheese, chopped boiled eggs, and green onions. Divide the dough in half, roll into two flatbreads, and spread the filling. Gently fold the edges of the flatbreads towards the center. If desired, brush them with egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake the galettes for 20-25 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.