Cottage Cheese Galette with Strawberries
This Cottage Cheese Galette with Strawberries is a simple yet elegant dessert that combines a buttery cottage cheese crust with fresh, juicy strawberries. It’s light, not overly sweet, and perfect for a cozy afternoon tea or as a rustic summer dessert. Unlike a tart, this galette has a dry-style dough made from cottage cheese and flour, making it naturally tender and less rich. You’ll love how easy it is to prepare – and how impressive it looks with just a few simple ingredients.
Why You’ll Love This Cottage Cheese Galette
If you enjoy easy bakes with a touch of homemade charm, this recipe is for you. The dough comes together in minutes and has a subtle tang from the cottage cheese. A thin layer of cream cheese adds a creamy touch under the strawberries, while a sprinkle of vanilla sugar and cornstarch keeps everything in place during baking. It’s the kind of rustic dessert that looks beautiful even with imperfect folds – and tastes even better the next day.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Cottage cheese
- Flour
- Cold butter
- Egg yolk
- Vanilla sugar
- Powdered sugar
- Cream cheese (Philadelphia-style)
- Cornstarch
- Fresh strawberries
- Egg white
How to Make Cottage Cheese Galette with Strawberries
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
Blend cold butter with cottage cheese using a hand blender until smooth. Add flour and gently knead into a dough. Wrap or cover with a towel and chill in the fridge for 30–40 minutes.
Step 2: Prep the Strawberries
Wash and halve the strawberries. Set aside.
Step 3: Roll Out and Assemble
On parchment paper, roll the dough into a rough circle, about 5 mm thick. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese in the center. Sprinkle with vanilla sugar and a bit of cornstarch. Arrange strawberry halves on top and dust with more cornstarch to help prevent juice from leaking.
Step 4: Fold and Brush
Fold the edges of the dough over the strawberries, forming a rustic edge. Brush with egg white (or yolk, if you prefer a more golden crust).
Step 5: Bake
Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 25–30 minutes until golden. Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with fresh mint. For a café-style dessert, add a scoop of our 3-Ingredient Chocolate and Vanilla Ice Cream on the side. It’s a beautiful dessert that looks and tastes like you spent hours on it — even though it takes less than an hour from start to finish.
Tips for the Best Galette
- Use brick-style cottage cheese (not creamy) for best dough texture.
- Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading and creates a more tender crust.
- A thin layer of cornstarch under and over the strawberries helps absorb extra moisture.
- Don’t skip the parchment paper — it makes transferring the galette easy.
Storage Tips
This galette is best the day it’s made, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or enjoy at room temperature.
FAQ
Can I use ricotta instead of cottage cheese?
Yes, you can use ricotta, but it will result in a slightly softer dough. Make sure to drain any excess liquid before mixing.
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the dough a day in advance. Keep it wrapped in the fridge until you’re ready to roll it out.
Can I use frozen strawberries?
Fresh strawberries work best, but if using frozen, thaw and pat them dry thoroughly to prevent extra liquid.
Can I add sugar to the filling?
You can add a small amount of sugar or honey if your strawberries aren’t very sweet, but the natural fruit flavor really shines in this recipe.
Cottage Cheese Galette with Strawberries
Ingredients
- For the dough:
- 4.6 oz 130 g brick-style cottage cheese (5% fat)
- 1 ¼ cups 150 g all-purpose flour
- 5 tbsp 70 g cold unsalted butter
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla sugar
- 1 tsp powdered sugar
- For the filling:
- 2 tbsp cream cheese e.g., Philadelphia
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 7 oz 200 g fresh strawberries, halved
- For brushing:
- 1 egg white
- Optional for serving:
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh mint
- Vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Make the Dough. In a bowl, blend cold butter and cottage cheese using a hand blender until smooth. Add flour, vanilla sugar, powdered sugar, and the egg yolk. Mix until a dough forms. Wrap and refrigerate for 30–40 minutes.
- Prepare the Strawberries. Cut strawberries in half and set aside.
- Assemble the Galette. Roll the chilled dough on parchment paper to about 5 mm thick. Spread the cream cheese in the center, sprinkle a bit of cornstarch, and place strawberries on top. Lightly sprinkle more cornstarch over the fruit.
- Fold and Brush. Fold the dough edges over the strawberries. Brush the crust with egg white.
- Bake. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until golden. Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar and garnish with mint. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.
