This cottage cheese bowl is a protein-packed, easy breakfast! Enjoy cottage cheese with fruit for a fresh, delicious, and nutritious start to your day.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Total Time5 minutesmins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cottage cheese and fruit, cottage cheese with fruit, healthy breakfast recipe
1cuplow-fat cottage cheese 8 ounces; like Good Culture
¼cupblueberries or raspberries
¼cupstrawberriessliced
1tablespoonchopped 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
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.
For a smoother texture, whip cottage cheese in a food processor or small blender with a few teaspoons of water. Blend till smooth, scraping down the sides of bowl with a rubber spatula as needed.
If you prefer a savory twist, top your single-serve cottage cheese bowl with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, or a sprinkle of Greek yogurt for a refreshing, veggie-packed option. It’s also a great pre-workout snack when combined with chia seeds, peanut butter, or pineapple for an extra boost of protein and flavor!
There are so many options when it comes to making this delicious yet easy breakfast recipe. You can add nuts, seeds, granola, agave syrup, maple syrup, and any in-season fruit like kiwis, bananas, raspberries, apples, grapes, or mangoes. The best fruit depends on your taste!
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.
Peach perfection: Fresh peaches with a drizzle of honey create the best fruit combo for a naturally sweet taste.
Storing Instructions:
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.