Quick Description
These Baked Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls are soft, creamy, lightly sweet, and packed with protein. They bake up like a mini cheesecake-meets-oatmeal bowl — fluffy inside with juicy blueberries bursting in every bite. Perfect for busy mornings, fat-loss goals, or a cozy high-protein breakfast.
Servings & Timing
Serves: 1–2 bowls
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Bake Time: 20–25 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients List
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tablespoon rolled oats (optional, for texture)
- Pinch of cinnamon
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Preheat Oven
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). -
Blend for Creaminess (Optional but Recommended)
For a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese first until creamy. -
Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, egg, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, and oats (if using). Stir well. -
Add Blueberries
Fold in blueberries gently. -
Bake
Pour mixture into a small oven-safe bowl or ramekin.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until center is set and top is lightly golden. -
Cool & Serve
Let cool 5 minutes. Top with extra blueberries or a light drizzle of honey if desired.
Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)
Calories: 260
Protein: 17–20g
Carbs: 22g
Fat: 9g
Fiber: 2g
Why This Is Great for Fat Loss
- High protein keeps you full longer
- Naturally sweet without refined sugar
- Low calorie but satisfying
- Supports muscle retention while losing weight
- Great for late-night cravings too
Ingredient Swaps
- Higher protein: Add 1 tablespoon vanilla protein powder
- Lower carb: Skip oats and honey
- Dairy-free: Use dairy-free cottage alternative
- Extra flavor: Add lemon zest
Meal Prep Tip
Make 3–4 bowls at once and refrigerate up to 4 days.
Reheat 30–40 seconds in microwave.
Serving Ideas
- Add chopped almonds for crunch
- Top with Greek yogurt
- Sprinkle chia seeds
- Add sugar-free chocolate chips for dessert vibe
