Description
If you’re looking for a nutritious, protein-packed, and naturally sweetened breakfast, this Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake is the perfect choice! It’s a cross between a fluffy pancake and a creamy cheesecake, packed with juicy blueberries and lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup.
This dish is high in protein, thanks to cottage cheese and eggs, making it a satisfying morning meal that keeps you full for hours. Plus, it’s gluten-free, easy to prepare, and great for meal prep—simply bake, slice, and enjoy all week long!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- ½ cup oat flour (or almond flour for low-carb)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
Add-Ins & Toppings:
- ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (optional, for crunch)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (for extra fiber)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Baking Dish
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, honey, vanilla, and milk until smooth. (For a super smooth texture, blend in a blender.)
- Stir in the oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
Step 3: Add the Blueberries
- Gently fold in the blueberries and any optional add-ins like nuts or seeds.
Step 4: Bake the Breakfast Casserole
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly golden.
- Let it cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
- Serve warm with extra honey, yogurt, or fresh fruit on top.
Notes
- Blend the cottage cheese if you prefer a smooth texture instead of small curds.
- Oat flour or almond flour keeps this recipe gluten-free while maintaining a soft texture.
- Don’t overmix the batter—stir until just combined for a light and fluffy bake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg