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Make soft, high protein buns in about 20 minutes that fit a keto or low carb plan. This recipe swaps traditional flour for almond and coconut flours and relies on cottage cheese for moisture and structure. It works with eggs or flax eggs so you can skip eggs without losing texture. Pair with a simple spread or a sweet treat like Easter cheesecake for a quick brunch plate.
Egg Free Quick Keto Cottage Cheese Buns for Busy Mornings
Soft, high-protein buns made with almond and coconut flours, perfect for a keto or low-carb diet. Egg-free option available.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs (optional, can be replaced with flax eggs for vegan)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, almond flour, coconut flour, olive oil, baking powder, salt, and optional seasoning.
- If using eggs, beat them and add to the mixture until well combined. If using flax eggs, prepare them according to package instructions.
- Mix until a dough forms. If it’s too wet, add more almond or coconut flour as needed.
- Divide the dough into small buns and shape them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your high-protein breakfast!
Notes
Make the dough the night before for a quicker morning prep. Store in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg