(Soft • High-Protein • No Yeast Option • WW-Friendly)
Pillow-soft dinner rolls brushed with garlicky butter and packed with protein — perfect for soups, salads, or snacking 😍
📝 Ingredients (Makes 9 rolls)
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1 cup cottage cheese (blended smooth)
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1 egg
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1½ cups self-rising flour (or 1½ cups all-purpose flour + 2 tsp baking powder + ½ tsp salt)
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1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
Garlic Topping:
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1 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tbsp chopped parsley
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Optional: 1 tbsp grated parmesan
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
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Preheat oven:
Heat to 190°C (375°F). Line baking tray. -
Make dough:
In bowl mix blended cottage cheese, egg, flour, oil, garlic powder, and herbs until soft dough forms. -
Shape rolls:
Divide into 9 balls and place on tray. -
Bake:
Bake 15–18 minutes until golden and fluffy. -
Garlic finish:
Mix butter + garlic + parsley. Brush over warm rolls. Sprinkle parmesan if desired.
🌟 Benefits
✔ High in protein
✔ No yeast required
✔ Soft & fluffy texture
✔ Lower fat than traditional rolls
✔ Great for meal prep
💡 Tips
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For cheesy rolls: Add ¼ cup shredded mozzarella to dough.
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For air fryer: Cook at 180°C for 8–10 minutes.
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For gluten-free: Use GF self-rising flour.
🔢 Weight Watchers Points (Approx.)
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2 points per roll
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I store these?
Yes — refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze up to 1 month.
Q: Can I skip garlic?
Yes — use butter-herb topping instead.
Q: Can I use ricotta instead?
Yes — strain well before using.
