Ingredients (makes ~16–20 bites)

 Dough

• All-purpose flour – 1½ cups
• Cottage cheese – 1 cup (full-fat or low-fat, thick)
• Baking powder – 1½ tsp
• Salt – ½ tsp
• Olive oil – 1 tbsp

 Optional (for extra flavor):

• Garlic powder – ½ tsp
• Italian seasoning – 1 tsp

 Garlic Butter Topping

• Butter – 3 tbsp (melted)
• Garlic – 3 cloves (minced)
• Parsley – 1 tbsp (chopped, optional)
• Salt – pinch
• Grated parmesan – 2 tbsp (optional)

 Instructions

1. Prep oven

• Preheat to 200°C (400°F)
• Line a baking tray with parchment paper

2. Make dough

In a bowl:

• Mix flour, baking powder, salt
• Add cottage cheese + olive oil
• Mix into a soft dough

 If sticky, add a little flour gradually

3. Knead

• Lightly knead 2–3 minutes until smooth
• Don’t overwork (keeps it soft)

4. Shape knots

• Divide dough into small portions
• Roll each into a rope (about 10–12 cm)
• Tie into a simple knot (or make small balls for easier version)

5. Bake

• Place on tray
• Bake 15–18 minutes until golden

6. Make garlic butter

• Melt butter
• Mix in garlic + parsley + pinch salt

7. Finish

• Brush warm knots with garlic butter
• Sprinkle parmesan (optional)
• Serve immediately

 Nut & Allergen Information

 Nuts

• Nut-free by default

 Common allergens:

• Dairy → cottage cheese, butter, parmesan
• Gluten → flour

 Cross-contamination notes:

• Store-bought cottage cheese is typically nut-free
• Always check labels if severe allergy

 Allergy-friendly swaps:

• Gluten-free flour blend → for GF version
• Vegan butter + plant-based cottage cheese → dairy-free
• Skip parmesan if avoiding dairy

 Nutrition Highlights (approx per serving)

• High protein (thanks to cottage cheese)
• Lower fat than traditional knots
• Soft, fluffy interior with golden crust

 Pro Tips

• Blend cottage cheese if you want ultra-smooth dough
• Slightly wet hands help when shaping sticky dough
• Don’t overbake → keeps them soft

 Q&A

Q1: Do they taste like cottage cheese?

Not strongly—flavor becomes mild and slightly cheesy after baking.

Q2: Can I make them ahead of time?

Yes:

• Bake and store 2–3 days in fridge
• Reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture

Q3: Can I air fry them?

Yes:

• 180°C (350°F) for 10–12 minutes
• Brush garlic butter after cooking

Q4: Why is my dough sticky?

Cottage cheese moisture varies
👉 Add flour gradually until workable

Q5: Can I freeze them?

Yes:

• Freeze after baking
• Reheat directly from frozen at 180°C

Q6: Can I make them crispier?

• Bake 2–3 extra minutes
• Or broil briefly at the end

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Sara Mitchell is an expert restaurant content creator who writes easy-to-read guides about CAVA and other Mediterranean fast-casual chains in the United States. She covers locations, menus, prices, and hours, making it simple for visitors to find nearby restaurants and what to order quickly.

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