Baked Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl

High-protein, lightly sweet, and perfect for meal prep.

 Ingredients (1–2 servings)

• 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
• 1 large egg
• ½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 2 tbsp rolled oats (optional, for texture)
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp cinnamon
• Pinch of salt
• Optional toppings: extra blueberries, yogurt, coconut flakes, nut butter (see nut info below)

 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F. Lightly grease a small oven-safe bowl or ramekin.
2. In a bowl, whisk cottage cheese and egg until mostly smooth (a few curds are fine).
3. Stir in honey, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and oats (if using).
4. Gently fold in blueberries.
5. Pour into the prepared dish.
6. Bake 25–30 minutes, until set in the center and lightly golden on top.
7. Cool 5 minutes. Add desired toppings and enjoy warm.

 Nut & Allergen Information

• Naturally nut-free if made as written.
• Contains dairy (cottage cheese).
• Contains egg.
• Gluten-free if using certified gluten-free oats or skipping oats.
• May contain nuts only if you add toppings such as:
  • Almond butter
  • Peanut butter
  • Chopped walnuts or almonds

 For strict nut-free diets, avoid nut toppings and check labels for cross-contamination.

 Nutrition Highlights (approx.)

• High protein (20–25g per serving)
• Low added sugar
• Filling & balanced
• Great for weight management and muscle support

 Q & A

Q: Can I blend the cottage cheese?
Yes. Blending makes it cheesecake-smooth and great for picky eaters.

Q: Can I make it without oats?
Absolutely. It will be more custard-like and slightly lower in carbs.

Q: Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes—no need to thaw. Add 2–3 extra minutes to baking time.

Q: Is this good for meal prep?
Yes. Store covered in the fridge up to 3 days. Reheat gently or eat cold.

Q: Can I make it sweeter?
Add more honey/maple syrup or a pinch of stevia after baking.

Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
This recipe relies on cottage cheese, so dairy-free alternatives will change the texture significantly.