Protein Baked Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bowls (Print Version)
Protein-packed baked blueberry cottage cheese bowls offer a healthy, satisfying breakfast. Easy to make, these warm bowls are rich in flavor and nutrients.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 8 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 22 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Velvety Cottage Cheese Base
01 -
2 cups 4% full-fat cottage cheese
02 -
1 large egg
03 -
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
04 -
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
05 -
1/2 tsp fresh lemon zest
06 -
Pinch of sea salt
→ Sweet Blueberry Burst
07 -
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
08 -
1 tbsp cornstarch
→ Crunchy Golden Topping
09 -
1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
10 -
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
11 -
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
12 -
1 tbsp light brown sugar, packed
13 -
1 tbsp pure maple syrup, for drizzling
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease two 8-ounce oven-safe ramekins or small baking dishes. This prepares your vessels for the delicious Protein-Packed Baked Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bowls.
02 -
In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups 4% full-fat cottage cheese, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp fresh lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt until well combined and smooth.
03 -
In a separate small bowl, gently toss 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries with 1 tbsp cornstarch until the blueberries are lightly coated. This helps thicken the fruit layer in your Protein-Packed Baked Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bowls.
04 -
Divide the velvety cottage cheese base evenly between the two prepared ramekins. Carefully spoon the cornstarch-coated blueberries over the cottage cheese layer in each ramekin, creating distinct layers.
05 -
In another small bowl, combine 1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tbsp light brown sugar, packed. Mix well to create the crunchy topping.
06 -
Evenly sprinkle the crunchy topping over the blueberry layer in each ramekin. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the cottage cheese is set and slightly puffed.
07 -
Carefully remove the Protein-Packed Baked Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bowls from the oven. Let them cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Drizzle each bowl with 1 tbsp pure maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness.
# Notes:
01 -
For an even smoother cottage cheese base, you can blend the cottage cheese, egg, maple syrup, vanilla, lemon zest, and salt in a food processor before assembling.
02 -
Leftover bowls can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or enjoy chilled.
03 -
Feel free to substitute other berries like raspberries or blackberries for the blueberries, or use chopped almonds instead of walnuts/pecans for the topping.
04 -
These bowls are delicious served warm straight from the oven, but also make a fantastic make-ahead breakfast or snack enjoyed chilled.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
2 small oven-safe baking dishes or ramekins
02 -
Mixing bowls
03 -
Whisk
04 -
Measuring cups
05 -
Measuring spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 595 kcal
Total Fat: 22 g
Total Carbohydrate: 69 g
Protein: 30 g