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Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake

Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free Option (with flour substitution), Diabetic-Friendly (with moderate sweetener)

Description

The Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake is a wholesome and delicious morning dish that combines creamy cottage cheese, juicy blueberries, and nutrient-rich ingredients into a simple baked casserole. This recipe is easy to prepare, packed with protein and antioxidants, and perfect for meal prepping or a comforting weekend brunch.


Ingredients

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Fruit

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (or substitute with raspberries, blackberries, or strawberries)

Dairy & Eggs

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
  • 3 large eggs

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup oats or oat flour (gluten-free oat flour or almond flour for gluten-free option)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Sweeteners & Flavorings

  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (alternatives: agave, stevia, coconut sugar)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

  • Chopped walnuts or almonds for crunch
  • Chia seeds or flaxseeds for fiber and omega-3s

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking. Rinse blueberries and drain cottage cheese if watery for best texture.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined, creating a creamy base for the bake.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix oats or oat flour with baking powder and cinnamon. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined to keep the bake tender.
  4. Add the Blueberries: Gently fold fresh blueberries into the batter, distributing evenly without crushing the berries to preserve their flavor burst.
  5. Bake and Cool: Pour batter into greased baking dish and smooth the surface. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Drain excess moisture from the cottage cheese using a fine mesh sieve to prevent a watery bake.
  • Use room temperature eggs for better mixing and fluffier texture.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain lightness; overworking can cause a dense bake.
  • Fresh blueberries are ideal, but frozen can be used if gently folded in while partially thawed.
  • Allow the bake to rest and cool before slicing to enhance flavors and ease of serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of the bake)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg