Description
This Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake is a wholesome and delicious way to start your day. Packed with protein from cottage cheese and eggs, sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, and filled with fresh blueberries, this bake is both nutritious and satisfying. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, it’s easy to prepare and can be enjoyed warm or cold.
Ingredients
Scale
- Cottage cheese (amount not specified, assumed around 1 1/2 cups)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the oats and baking powder until well combined.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries, reserving some for topping.
- Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with the reserved blueberries.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the bake is set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool: Let the bake cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute raspberries or chopped strawberries for blueberries if you prefer.
- Add chopped nuts (like walnuts or almonds) for extra flavor and texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American