Description
When you first hear the words cottage cheese paired with baking, you might feel a little bit skeptical. It is completely natural to wonder how a classic salad bar staple translates into a warm, baked breakfast treat. However, when combined with oats and eggs, this dairy superstar undergoes an incredible transformation. It melts seamlessly into the background, providing an exceptional level of moisture and a rich, subtle creaminess without asserting a strong, savory cheese flavor. The result is a beautifully dense, tender crumb that feels closely related to a premium bread pudding or a deeply satisfying baked oatmeal, yet remains light enough to enjoy first thing in the morning.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking dish.
- In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, oats, eggs, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth. (For a more textured bake, simply whisk everything together instead.)
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Optional Toppings
- Greek yogurt
- Extra blueberries
- Chopped almonds or walnuts
- A drizzle of honey or maple syrup
- Chia seeds for extra fiber
Storage
- Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 30–60 seconds.
- Great for meal prep breakfasts.
Notes
With its creamy texture, sweet blueberries, and hint of cinnamon, this breakfast bake brings comfort and nutrition together in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 210 kcal
Keywords: blueberry cottage cheese bake, high protein blueberry breakfast casserole, baked oats with cottage cheese and blueberries