Keto Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce
Creamy, cheesy, and protein-packed, this high protein cottage cheese Alfredo sauce blends up silky smooth in just 5 minutes. It’s rich without being heavy, with all the cozy pasta vibes you want on a low carb day. Perfect for tossing with zoodles, chicken, or whatever you’ve got in the fridge.
This Easy Keto Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce is a flavorful, creamy sauce and perfect for those on a keto or high-protein low-carb lifestyle. Combining simple ingredients, this sauce offers a delicious and healthy twist on the traditional Alfredo sauce. The homemade Alfredo sauce is the best low carb keto Alfredo sauce you’ll ever make.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Creamy and thick without flour
- Ready in 5 minutes, no cooking
- High protein and low carb
- Use it for pasta, chicken, shrimp, or veggies
Ingredients
- full fat cottage cheese
- heavy cream
- unsalted butter
- Parmesan cheese
- garlic powder
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Instructions
- Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Add cream, butter, Parmesan, garlic powder, and optional salt and pepper.
- Blend again until velvety and creamy.
- Pour over the mixture your favorite low-carb pasta, like zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash.
Note: This is a no-cook sauce. It’s meant to be stirred into hot pasta or cooked chicken—not boiled on its own.
Expert Tips
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for the best creamy texture.
- Blend until smooth before adding the rest.
- If it feels too thick, add a splash of almond milk or pasta water.
- Want more flavor? Add red pepper flakes or sautéed garlic.
Ingredient Swaps
- Use ghee instead of butter.
- Try almond milk to lighten it up.
- Mix in spinach, mushrooms, or cooked shrimp.
Storage Tips
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove over medium-low heat, adding a splash of almond milk if needed to reach the desired consistency.
What to Serve With
- Toss it with zoodles and top with crispy chicken thighs
- Pour it over roasted broccoli or cauliflower for a 5-minute side
- Stir into leftover rotisserie chicken and microwave—done
- Use as a creamy base for a low carb tuna noodle bake
- Mix with sautéed mushrooms and beef strips for a stroganoff twist
- Add to pan-fried shrimp and red pepper flakes for a spicy bowl
- Dollop over spaghetti squash and top with fresh herbs
Conclusion
Creamy, cozy, and packed with protein, this cottage cheese Alfredo sauce hits all the right notes. You don’t need flour, roux, or even heat. Just a blender and 5 minutes.
This creamy, healthy Alfredo sauce recipe is a great way to enjoy a classic dish while sticking to
I’ve followed keto since 2019 and lost 50 lbs by keeping things simple and satisfying. This one’s for you if you want something quick, comforting, and totally doable on busy nights.
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FAQ
Q: Can I reheat this sauce?
A: Yep! Just stir it into your hot meal or warm it gently on the stove with a splash of cream.
Q: Is low-fat cottage cheese okay?
A: Full-fat works best. Low-fat makes it grainy.
Q: How much protein per serving?
A: About 11g, thanks to the cottage cheese and Parmesan.
Q: Can I use this with shrimps?
A: Totally. This cottage cheese Alfredo recipe is delicious with anything savory and warm.
Q: Can I use this sauce for chicken Alfredo?
A: Yes, this creamy Alfredo sauce is perfect for chicken Alfredo. Just add cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken.
P.S. If you’re craving more savory ideas, don’t miss my 15+ Savory Cottage Cheese Recipes You Have to Try (High Protein) for even more delicious low-carb inspiration!
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Keto Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted
- 3/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
- Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor.1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Add cream, butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and optional salt, and pepper.1/4 cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted, 3/4 cup parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- Blend again until velvety and creamy.
- Pour over the mixture your favorite low-carb pasta, like zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash.
Video Recipe
Notes
- Stir into hot food at the end to warm it through.
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for best texture.
- Too thick? Add a splash of almond milk or pasta water.
- Want extra flavor? Stir in red pepper flakes, garlic, or herbs.
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of almond milk if needed to reach the desired consistency.
Nutrition Per 1 (ONE) Serving
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I love this Keto Cottage Cheese Alfredo Sauce because it’s rich, creamy, and packed with protein—without the carbs! I created this recipe to be a gluten-free, high-protein alternative to traditional Alfredo, perfect for pasta, veggies, or dipping!