Description
Creamy morning-boost cottage cheese breakfast bake delivers rich protein-packed comfort straight from Mediterranean kitchens. Golden-crusted edges and smooth interior promise delightful weekend mornings you’ll savor with each warm, satisfying bite.
Ingredients
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Blueberry Base:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C) and lightly coat a small baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Combine cottage cheese, eggs, honey, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt in a mixing bowl, whisking thoroughly until smooth and well-integrated.
- Incorporate rolled oats into the wet mixture, stirring gently to distribute evenly throughout the base.
- Carefully fold fresh blueberries into the batter, ensuring they are distributed without breaking or crushing the delicate fruits.
- Transfer the complete mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an even layer.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and a firm, set texture in the center.
- Remove from the oven and allow the breakfast bake to rest for 5-7 minutes, which helps it firm up and makes serving easier.
- Slice and serve warm, optionally garnishing with additional fresh blueberries or a light drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.
Notes
- Swap honey with alternative sweeteners like agave nectar or stevia for a lower-glycemic option that keeps the breakfast bake diabetes-friendly.
- Add protein powder or chopped nuts to increase protein content and create a more substantial morning meal that keeps you energized longer.
- Use frozen blueberries during off-season months to maintain recipe consistency and cost-effectiveness, just pat them dry before adding to prevent excess moisture.
- For a gluten-free version, select certified gluten-free oats and ensure all ingredients are processed in a gluten-free facility to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 371 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 331 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg