Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones

Name: Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour; ½ tsp salt; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp baking soda; 1/2 cup cane sugar; 1 large egg; 1 cup blended cottage cheese; 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tsp lemon zest; 1 tsp freshly grated ginger (adjust to taste); ½ cup unsalted butter (very cold); 1 egg; 1 tsp water; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 3 tbsp powdered sugar

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By Karolina Miles reviewed by Brenda Peralta, RD

on Mar 31, 2026

Cals: 360 Protein: 8.6 Carbs: 44.8 Fat: 18.1

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Take a bite into these zesty, bright lemon ginger cottage cheese scones. They are flaky, packing protein, and a delicious treat when you are craving something comforting for your afternoon coffee break.

There are some Sunday morning that I wake up craving something baked, delicious, and comforting. However, most people think that baking needs hundreds of ingredients and hours in the kitchen.

While this is true for some recipes, you know that I’m all about practical recipes.

Scones are my favorite go-to when I am craving something sweet … and these lemon ginger ones are my favorite.

They are bright, zingy, and perfectly flaky.

Nutritious Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones

One of the things I love about this recipe is that they strike the perfect balance between sweet and tart. Each bite is the perfect butter treat that is going to melt in your mouth and make you want more.

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While they are not particularly high in protein, they do offer 8 grams of protein per serving, thanks to the cottage cheese. These make them a better alternative compared to regular bakery scones.

Delectable Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones

Ingredients and Substitutes
How to Make Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones
How I Would Modify This Recipe
My Tips & Tricks
My Storage Tips
Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones Recipe

Ingredients and Substitutes

All-purpose flour (2 ¾ cups) – Swap with a gluten-free flour blend or you can use whole wheat flour to add more fiber to your recipe.

Salt (½ tsp)

Baking powder (1 tsp)

Baking soda (1 tsp)

Cane sugar (1/2 cup) – Replace with coconut sugar, brown sugar, or a sugar alternative like granulated stevia to reduce the calorie intake.

Large egg (1)

Blended cottage cheese (1 cup) – Substitute with Greek yogurt or ricotta cheese to have a similar creamy texture.

Fresh lemon juice (3 tbsp) – Lime juice is a good alternative.

Lemon zest (2 tsp) – You can use lime zest.

Freshly grated ginger, adjust to taste (1 tsp) – Use ground ginger (1/4 tsp) if you don’t have fresh ginger.

Unsalted butter, very cold (½ cup) – Swap with ghee or a plant-based option like chilled coconut oil.

EGG WASH

Egg (1)

Water (1 tsp)

OPTIONAL LEMON GLAZE

Lemon juice (1 tbsp)

Powdered sugar (3 tbsp) – Use a sugar-free powdered sweetener for a low-sugar option.

Healthy Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones Ingredients

How to Make Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones

Step 1. Preheat your oven to 400F and prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper. Place the butter in the freezer for about 10 minutes before you use it.

Grab a large bowl and add the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and cane sugar.

Step 2. Give the dry ingredients a good stir.

Quick Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones Steps 1-2

Step 3. In another bowl, whisk the egg and then add the blended cottage cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, and the freshly grated ginger. Give the wet ingredients a good stir.

Step 4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ones.

Mouthwatering Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones Steps 3-4

Step 5. Give the ingredients to blend everything together. Remove the butter from the freezer and grate it into the dough mix.

Start tossing and lightly kneading as you start to distribute the butter.
Step 6. Form the dough into a ball and then place it on top of a lightly floured surface. Roll it into an 8-inch circle that’s about 1-inch thick.

Now, cut it into 8 equal wedges. Transfer them to the baking sheet, making sure you leave plenty of room between them.

Tasty Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones Steps 5-6

Step 7. Whisk the egg and water together, and then brush the egg wash on top of the scones.
Step 8. Place them in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until they are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let the scones cool for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Yummy Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones Steps 7-8

Step 9. Stir together the lemon juice and powdered sugar. Drizzle over the cooled scones.

Delicious Lemon Ginger Cottage Cheese Scones Steps 9-10

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How I Would Modify This Recipe

Add some berries: Fold half a cup of fresh or frozen blueberries into the dry ingredients.
Swap the citrus flavor: Replace the lemon juice and zest with fresh orange or grapefruit.
Make it crunchy: Toss in a handful of chopped walnuts, pecans, or sliced almonds.

My Tips & Tricks

Keep the butter in the freezer: This is going to create the perfect scones. Not only is it going to make it easier to grate, but it can also create delicious pockets in the scones.
Don’t overmix: When you pour the wet ingredients, just mix gently. Overmixing can lead to dry and tough scones.
Don’t forget the egg wash: Brushing the tops with the egg wash is going to give the scones a glossy, golden-brown finish.

My Storage Tips

Place any leftover scones in an airtight container lined with a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture. You can keep it at room temperature for 2-3 days and in the fridge for up to 7 days.

If you want to freeze them, wrap them individually in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe container. You can keep them in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Try placing them for a couple of seconds in the microwave to reheat them and have a fresh feeling.