Breakfast
Cottage Cheese Fritters
Prep
20 Minutes
Cook
15 Minutes
Golden outside and soft in the center, these cottage cheese fritters stay tender from the dough and rich from the melted cheese filling. They feel comforting and substantial without needing much on the side.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour ¾ cup (150 g) cottage cheese (farmer’s cheese or tvorog) 2 eggs 1 teaspoon sugar ½ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vinegar 150 g hard cheese, grated (5 oz) 2 garlic cloves, grated 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped 2 tbsp sour cream
Instructions
- 1Stir the cottage cheese and eggs together in a bowl until mostly smooth. Add the sugar, salt, and flour and mix into a soft dough. Stir in the baking soda and vinegar until evenly combined. Mix the grated cheese, garlic, dill, and sour cream in a separate bowl. Divide the dough into small portions. Flatten each one, add a spoonful of filling, and seal the dough around it. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the fritters seam-side down for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and serve warm.
Best Served With
sour cream, jam, or a simple herb dip
Cook's Note
Keep the heat at medium so the fritters brown fully before the filling overheats. If the dough feels sticky, flour your hands lightly instead of adding too much extra flour.
Why This Recipe Works
Cottage cheese keeps the dough tender, while the cheese filling melts into the center and gives each fritter more richness. Moderate heat lets the outside turn golden before the middle finishes cooking.
Make It Yours
Add black pepper or smoked paprika to the filling. Swap sour cream for thick yogurt. Add finely chopped green onion for more bite. Use farmer’s cheese for a firmer dough.