Baked Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl Recipe
These Baked Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls are a wholesome and delicious way to start your day. Combining protein-rich cottage cheese with fresh or frozen blueberries, a touch of vanilla, and optional almond flour and sweetener, this recipe is quick to prepare and bakes into a soft, custard-like breakfast that can be enjoyed warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-28 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- ¾ cup cottage cheese
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon almond flour
- ½ teaspoon sweetener of choice
- Pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it's at the right temperature when you're ready to bake.
- Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the cottage cheese, egg, vanilla extract, and if using, almond flour, sweetener, and a pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth.
- Add Blueberries: Gently fold in ¼ cup of blueberries to the mixture ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them up.
- Prepare to Bake: Pour the mixture into a ramekin or small oven-safe dish. Optionally, top with additional blueberries for extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Bake: Place the ramekin in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 28 minutes until the top is golden and the center is just set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked bowl to cool for 5 minutes. Enjoy it warm or chilled, according to your preference.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen blueberries depending on availability.
- Almond flour adds texture and a subtle nutty flavor but can be omitted for a lighter bowl.
- Sweetener is optional; adjust based on your sweetness preference or dietary needs.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest to enhance the flavor profile.
- Serve plain or with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.
