🫐 Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake

Soft, lightly sweet, and packed with protein — this Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake is the perfect make-ahead breakfast. It’s creamy like cheesecake in the center, fluffy around the edges, and bursting with juicy blueberries in every bite.

This wholesome breakfast bake combines creamy cottage cheese, eggs, and oats to create a lightly sweet, protein-rich dish that tastes like a cross between baked oatmeal and a crustless cheesecake. Fresh blueberries add natural sweetness and a pop of color, making it both nourishing and satisfying.

Perfect for busy mornings, meal prep, or a healthy brunch option.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 6)

• 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)

• 2 large eggs

• ½ cup rolled oats

• 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

• Pinch of salt

Optional:

• Lemon zest (brightens flavor)

• 1–2 tbsp protein powder (reduce oats slightly if adding)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease an 8×8 baking dish or small casserole dish.

2️⃣ Blend Base

In a blender, combine cottage cheese, eggs, oats, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.

(If you prefer texture, mix by hand instead of blending.)

3️⃣ Add Blueberries

Pour mixture into prepared dish.
Sprinkle blueberries evenly over the top and gently press some into the batter.

4️⃣ Bake

Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until center is set and edges are lightly golden.

5️⃣ Cool

Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.

🔥 Tips for Best Texture

• Blend for a smooth, cheesecake-like texture.

• Don’t overbake — it will continue setting as it cools.

• If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw first.

• Add lemon zest for a bakery-style flavor boost.

🍯 Variations

• Strawberry Version: Swap blueberries for diced strawberries.

• High-Protein: Add 1 scoop vanilla protein powder.

• Low-Sugar: Use monk fruit instead of maple syrup.

• Almond Crunch: Add sliced almonds on top before baking.

🔢 Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving – 1 of 6)

Approximate values (varies by ingredients used):

• Calories: 140–180

• Protein: 10–14g

• Carbs: 15–18g

• Fat: 4–6g

❓ FAQ

Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes! Store in the fridge up to 4 days. Reheat or enjoy cold.

Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes — slice and freeze individually up to 2 months.

Q: Can I use Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese?
Yes, though texture will be slightly less fluffy.

Q: Is this gluten-free?
Use certified gluten-free oats.