A while back, I invested in a cottage cheese brand simply because I loved it—it reminded me of childhood, and it tasted amazing. Best decision ever. Not only do I still love it, but it’s pushed me to get creative with how I use cottage cheese in cooking.

At first, I just ate it plain, but then I started experimenting. Now, I’ve used it in everything from crepes to cheesecake to queso. And most recently? Buffalo chicken dip.

Some of my friends are obsessed with buffalo wings, so I whipped this up for a party. It was an instant hit! I’ve even made it just for myself as a meal because it’s packed with protein and ridiculously satisfying.

This dip has all the bold flavors you love—spicy buffalo sauce, creamy ranch seasoning, and a secret ingredient that makes it extra smooth: cottage cheese. Instead of using loads of sour cream or heavy cream, cottage cheese blends into a rich, creamy base while keeping it high in protein.

The best part? It’s super easy to make and gives you all the flavor of buffalo wings—just in dip form. Serve it with veggies, crackers, or tortilla chips, and watch it disappear. You might even skip the chips and eat it straight with a spoon (I won’t judge).