Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake Recipe
Start your day with this Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake, featuring ripe blueberries, creamy cottage cheese, and vanilla for a delicious protein boost.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons.
- 8x8-inch baking dish (or 9x9 for a thinner bake)
- Spatula
- Oven
- Nonstick spray or butter
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese full-fat gives the best texture, but low-fat works too
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup rolled oats or oat flour
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Zest of 1 lemon trust me, this brightens everything!
Optional Toppings
- Extra blueberries
- A drizzle of honey or maple syrup
- Greek yogurt
- Granola
- Powdered sugar dusting
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease or line an 8x8 baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Set aside while you prepare the batter.
Step 2: Mix the Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, honey or maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Whisk until everything blends into a smooth, creamy mixture.
- Add the oats (or oat flour) and stir until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to crush them.
Step 3: Bake
- Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish.
- Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until the center is set and the edges turn lightly golden.
- Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes to help it firm up.
Step 4: Serve
- Slice into squares and serve warm. Add toppings if desired.