Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake
This Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake combines creamy cottage cheese and fresh blueberries for a delightful start to your day. It’s easy to prepare and makes for a nutritious breakfast for the whole family.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Choose your preferred sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional - almonds or walnuts)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
- cooking spray or butter (for greasing)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until completely smooth.
- Stir in the oats and almond milk, mixing until well combined. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes.
- Gently fold in the blueberries, chopped nuts (if using), and chia seeds (if using), being careful not to burst the berries. Distribute everything evenly throughout the mixture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Cooking
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
Serve warm with a drizzle of honey, a dollop of yogurt, or a sprinkle of cinnamon. Pair it with fresh fruit salad or a cup of coffee for a complete breakfast experience. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or frozen for longer storage.