Protein-Packed Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bake
A delightful and nutritious bake combining cottage cheese and blueberries, packed with protein and flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cottage cheese (vegan-friendly options available)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup Choose based on preference
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries Fresh blueberries are preferred for flavor
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- a pinch salt Enhances flavor
Garnish
- to taste Fresh mint or sliced almonds For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a small baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, flour, vanilla extract, honey or maple syrup, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes.
- Check if the bake is ready by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
Serving
- Allow the bake to cool slightly before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh mint or sliced almonds before serving.
Notes
This dish can be served warm, drizzled with honey or maple syrup, and pairs well with Greek yogurt. For variety, consider using almond or oat flour for a gluten-free version.