Irresistibly Moist Lemon Cottage Cheese Scones (High-Protein & Heavenly Soft!)

These Lemon Cottage Cheese Scones are moist, tender, and lightly sweet with that perfect lemony zing! 🍋High in protein and melt-in-your-mouth good — they’re basically a warm hug with your morning tea
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Overview of the Recipe

What Are Lemon Cottage Cheese Scones?

Think of them as the lovechild between classic English scones and a creamy lemon cheesecake. The cottage cheese keeps them ultra-moist, while the lemon zest gives that bright, happy flavor we all crave on slow mornings.

Why You’ll Love Them

• High in protein – thanks to cottage cheese!
• Perfectly tender inside with a crisp, golden top.
• Naturally sweetened with honey or sugar.
• Easy to make in one bowl — no fancy mixer needed!
• They freeze beautifully, so you can bake once and enjoy all week.

What They Taste Like

Fluffy, slightly tangy, and buttery, with a soft crumb that melts in your mouth. They pair perfectly with honey, lemon curd, or a cup of hot tea.

Ingredients You’ll Need

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• 1 cup cottage cheese (small curd preferred)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour (or oat flour for a wholesome twist)
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ cup cold butter, cubed
• ⅓ cup honey (or sugar)
• Zest of 1 large lemon
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: 1 tbsp heavy cream for brushing tops

Tools You’ll Need

• Mixing bowls
• Pastry cutter or fork
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Microplane or fine grater for zesting

Substitutions & Additions

• Make it gluten-free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
• Swap the butter: Coconut oil works great.
• Add-ins: Blueberries, poppy seeds, or a drizzle of lemon glaze for extra indulgence.

How to Make Lemon Cottage Cheese Scones

Step-by-Step Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in butter: Use a fork or pastry cutter to work in the butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
4. Blend wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, honey, lemon zest, lemon juice, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Combine: Add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just combined — the dough will be sticky but manageable.
6. Shape: Turn onto a lightly floured surface, pat into a 1-inch-thick circle, and cut into 8 wedges.
7. Brush & Bake: Place wedges on the prepared sheet, brush tops with cream, and bake 15–18 minutes or until golden and fluffy.
8. Cool & Enjoy: Let cool slightly before serving warm with honey or jam!

Kitchen Tip: Don’t overmix! The secret to that melt-in-your-mouth crumb is handling the dough as little as possible.

What to Serve with Lemon Cottage Cheese Scones

These scones are pure morning bliss with:

• A cup of earl grey or chamomile tea
• A dollop of lemon curd or berry jam
• Greek yogurt and fresh berries for a balanced breakfast

Tips for Making It Perfect

• Use cold butter and cold cottage cheese for the fluffiest texture.
• Don’t overbake — pull them out once the edges are just golden.
• For a shinier finish, brush with cream or milk before baking.
• Add glaze: Mix ½ cup powdered sugar with 1 tbsp lemon juice for a drizzle.

Storage Instructions

• Room temperature: Store in an airtight container up to 2 days.
• Refrigerate: Keeps fresh for 5 days.
• Freeze: Wrap individually and freeze up to 2 months. Reheat at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.

General Information

Scones are a beloved part of English tea tradition, but this lemony twist with cottage cheese feels downright American sunshine breakfast!
They’re perfect for spring brunches, Mother’s Day, or weekend baking.

If you love bright, protein-rich recipes like this, you might also enjoy these from my kitchen:

• Protein Cookie Dough

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these scones ahead?
Yes! Freeze unbaked scones and bake from frozen — just add 2 extra minutes to bake time.

Can I use ricotta instead of cottage cheese?
Absolutely, but the texture will be slightly lighter and more cake-like.

Are they healthy?
Each scone has about 9g of protein, less sugar than typical scones, and real ingredients — a great balance of flavor and nutrition!

Do they need glaze?
No, but a simple lemon glaze adds a lovely sweet tang.

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Conclusion

These Lemon Cottage Cheese Scones are the sunshine you need on your breakfast table — soft, protein-packed, and bursting with lemon love.
If you adored these, you’ll also love my Protein Cookie Dough and Greek Yogurt Banana Bread.
Now go on — bake, share, and make someone’s morning brighter!

Interactive Elements

If you make these, tag your photo on Pinterest — I’d love to see your golden, lemony creations!
Or leave a comment below — what’s your favorite way to enjoy scones?

Nutritional Information (per scone)

Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Sugar	Fiber
210	9g	26g	8g	7g	2g

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