Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake is a delicious and healthy breakfast option that’s perfect for starting your day with protein, fiber, and antioxidants. The combination of cottage cheese, blueberries, and eggs creates a fluffy, moist dish that’s perfect for meal prep. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat, depending on your preference)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (you can use other berries as well)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for greasing)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and almond milk. Add the cottage cheese and stir to combine until the mixture is smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add the oats, baking powder, ground cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries, making sure they’re evenly distributed throughout the mixture. Be careful not to break the berries too much.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bake cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
- Frozen Berries: If you’re using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them before adding. They may release extra moisture, but this will make the bake even more moist and delicious.
- Add-ins: You can also add a handful of chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts for added crunch or stir in a tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds for an extra nutritional boost.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare this bake the night before and refrigerate it, then bake it the next morning for an easy, ready-to-go breakfast.
- Top It Off: Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or extra drizzle of honey if you like it a bit sweeter.
This Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake is an amazing option for a healthy, filling, and satisfying start to your day! 🫐🍳