Ricotta vs. Cottage CheeseHow They Differ and When to Use Each [Video]

Ricotta and cottage cheese are affordable fresh cheeses prized for their creaminess and mild flavor. They are versatile, too, used hot or cold and in sweet and savory recipes. And given their health benefits, they have taken on starring roles in any number of social media cooking trends.

“While people often think of cheese as an indulgent food, cottage cheese and ricotta absolutely fit into healthy eating patterns thanks to several essential nutrients important to wellness like high-quality protein, calcium, phosphorus, selenium, iodine, and certain B vitamins,” says Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN award-winning nutrition expert, and National Dairy Council ambassador.

Ahead, we spoke to Amidor and a cheesemonger to explore all things cottage and ricotta cheese. So, grab a spoon, and let’s dig in! 

Ricotta Cheese: Ricotta is most commonly made using cow’s milk, but you can find it made from goat, sheep, and water buffalo if you know where …