If you’re looking for a nutritious, protein-packed breakfast, a cottage cheese bowl is the perfect way to start your day! This creamy and delicious meal is not only filling, but it also provides the ideal balance of sweetness, crunch, and freshness. You can eat this dish as a quick breakfast, a fruit bowl, or a cool snack. Mix and match your favorite fruits, nuts, and toppings to make a dish with a lot of different flavors.
A cottage cheese fruit cup is one of the quickest and easiest breakfast options you can make. With just 3 ingredients and only 5 minutes of prep time, it’s the perfect easy breakfast recipe to whip up for the whole family before starting your day!
This cottage cheese breakfast bowl is also great for meal prep, post-workout snacks, or even as a light dessert. Packed with protein and calcium, it helps keep you full longer while satisfying your sweet cravings. Plus, it’s completely customizable—add your favorite fruits, nuts, or sweeteners to create the perfect sweet bowl that matches your taste and dietary preferences! This morning bowl is good for you and filling at any time of the day. It has berries, bananas, nuts, and granola.
Want to try some other breakfast ideas? We love avocado spread (great on toast), a scrambled egg breakfast sandwich, sourdough English muffins and pumpkin pie baked oatmeal. Use any leftover cottage cheese to make some cottage cheese pancakes!
Why We Love This Cottage Cheese Fruit Cup
- Great for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
This dish is the perfect easy option for a snack or small meal. - Quick and easy dish.
It only takes 5 minutes to make a bowl of cottage cheese fruit cup, which is great when you’re short on time. - Only 3 main ingredients.
With only 3 main ingredients (cottage cheese, fruit, and nuts), you can easily make this recipe with minimal effort.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Cottage cheese: You can choose regular or low-fat and small or large curds for your cottage cheese.
- Fruit: We use blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries as the fruit on our cottage cheese, but you can use your favorite fruits instead.
- Nuts: Chopped walnuts add a wonderful crunchy texture to this dish.
- Honey: A drizzle of honey punches it up with the perfect sweet touch.
- Mint: This is optional but is the perfect contrast to the other flavors.
Recipe Variations
- Berry delight: Add blackberries for a fresh, antioxidant-packed bowl.
- Tropical bliss: Pineapples, mango, and toasted coconut bring a tropical twist to your bowl.
- Nutty & crunchy: Almonds, pecans, and pumpkin seeds add a satisfying crunch. Also try adding our favorite granola clusters!
- Peach perfection: Fresh peaches with a drizzle of honey create the best fruit combo for a naturally sweet taste.
- Fall-inspired bowl: Cinnamon, chopped apples, and a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds for a cozy fall-inspired flavor.
- Chocolate lovers’ treat: A sprinkle of cocoa nibs and chopped pecans for a chocolatey twist.
How to Make Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl
- Prepare the fruit.
Wash the fruit and slice the tops off the strawberries.
- Layer the fruit and nuts over the top.
Next, add the fruit and nuts to the top of the cottage cheese.
- Drizzle the honey.
Drizzle the honey and add the mint to the top of the layered bowl.
🎯 TFN Pro Tip
For the best flavor and texture, you may use creamy cottage cheese and pair it with fresh, in-season fruit for natural sweetness without the need for extra sweeteners.
Serving Suggestions
A cottage cheese breakfast bowl pairs perfectly with whole-grain toast, granola, or a drizzle of honey for extra texture and sweetness. Enjoy it with a cup of coffee, green tea, or a fresh smoothie for a balanced, high-protein breakfast that keeps you energized throughout the day.
For a heartier meal, serve your fruit breakfast bowl alongside hard-boiled eggs, avocado toast, or a side of oatmeal for added nutrition. This recipe also makes a light and protein-packed dessert that satisfies sweet cravings without being overly indulgent. For a dessert-friendly twist, top it with dark chocolate shavings or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. You can also layer it with granola, nuts, or even crushed graham crackers for a cheesecake-inspired treat. Serve it after your dinner, like smoked salmon or roasted chicken.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! If you struggle with the texture, blend it in a blender at high speed for a smoother yogurt texture with all the benefits of this high-protein food.
Save leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
It’s not a good idea to freeze this dish. Simply prepare another dish when you’re ready for more.
Yes! If you like a little extra sweetness, try adding honey, maple syrup, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a natural boost.
For extra crunch and nutrition, add nuts, seeds, granola, or nut butter to make it a heartier meal.
Yes! Cottage cheese is high in protein and low in calories, making it a great choice for a satisfying breakfast.
Love To Add Fruits To Your Breakfast? Here Are My Favorites…
- Lemon Blueberry Sourdough Scones
- Banana and Chocolate Chip Pancakes
- Cinnamon Apple Bake
- Strawberry Stuffed French Toast
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Cottage Cheese With Fruit
Equipment
- small bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese 8 ounces; like Good Culture
- ¼ cup blueberries or raspberries
- ¼ cup strawberries sliced
- 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
Optional:
- fresh mint
- drizzle of honey
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese to a small bowl. Top with berries. Sprinkle nuts on top. If desired, add fresh mint and drizzle honey on top.
- Serve cold, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Can I still eat cottage cheese even if I don’t like the texture? Yes! If you struggle with the texture, blend it in a blender at high speed for a smoother yogurt texture with all the benefits of this high-protein food.
- How do I store leftovers?
Save leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
It’s not a good idea to freeze this dish. Simply prepare another dish when you’re ready for more. - Can I use sweeteners to enhance the flavor? Yes! You may add, if you like a little extra sweetness, try adding honey, maple syrup, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a natural boost.
- How do I make my cottage cheese breakfast bowl more filling? For extra crunch and nutrition, add nuts, seeds, granola, or nut butter to make it a heartier meal.
- Is cottage cheese and fruit a good meal for weight loss? Yes! Cottage cheese is high in protein and low in calories, making it a great choice for a satisfying breakfast.
- Berry delight: Add blackberries for a fresh, antioxidant-packed bowl.
- Tropical bliss: Pineapples, mango, and toasted coconut bring a tropical twist to your bowl.
- Nutty & crunchy: Almonds, pecans, and pumpkin seeds add a satisfying crunch.
- Peach perfection: Fresh peaches with a drizzle of honey create the best fruit combo for a naturally sweet taste.
- Fall-inspired bowl: Cinnamon, chopped apples, and a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds for a cozy fall-inspired flavor.
- Chocolate lovers’ treat: A sprinkle of cocoa nibs and chopped pecans for a chocolatey twist.
- For the best flavor and texture, you may use creamy cottage cheese and pair it with fresh, in-season fruit for natural sweetness without the need for extra sweeteners.
- Save leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
It’s not a good idea to freeze this dish. When you’re ready for more, just whip up another bowl.
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Kechi says
This recipe is calling my name! Only 3 ingredients!? Sign me up! Definitely giving this a try!
Saif says
I didn’t expect a cottage cheese will make the fruit bowl delicious. It turns out amazing.
Andrea says
This is one quick, easy, healthy and fabulous breakfast or snack. I’ll be trying this ASAP!
Ned says
I love cottage cheese. This takes it to a whole new level! Thank you for this recipe!
Tara says
Oh yum! Definitely the perfect start to the day. Such wonderful flavors with such minimal prep.