Creamy Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake (Print Version)
Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake offers a creamy, protein-packed start to your day. This easy, wholesome bake is bursting with fresh blueberry flavor.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ The Creamy Cottage Base
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24 oz (3 cups) 4% fat cottage cheese
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3 large eggs
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1/4 cup whole milk
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1/4 cup pure maple syrup
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp salt
→ Bursting Blueberry Swirl
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2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
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1 tbsp lemon zest
→ Golden Crunch Topping
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1/2 cup low-sugar granola
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1/4 cup chopped pecans
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter. This ensures your Creamy Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake doesn't stick and bakes evenly for perfect serving.
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In a large bowl, combine 24 oz (3 cups) 4% fat cottage cheese, 3 large eggs, 1/4 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt. Whisk until well combined and smooth.
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Gently fold 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries and 1 tbsp lemon zest into the cottage cheese mixture. Be careful not to overmix, as this helps keep the blueberries intact and prevents them from bursting too early during baking.
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Pour the entire mixture into the prepared 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula. This forms the luscious base of your Creamy Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake, ready for its crunchy topping.
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In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup low-sugar granola and 1/4 cup chopped pecans. Mix them gently to ensure an even distribution of the crunchy elements for the topping.
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Evenly sprinkle the granola and pecan topping over the cottage cheese mixture in the baking dish. Bake your Creamy Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake for 35 minutes, or until the center is set and the topping is golden brown.
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Remove the Creamy Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake from the oven and let it cool for at least 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows it to set further and makes for easier, cleaner slices.
# Notes:
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For a different flavor profile, try substituting the blueberries with raspberries or a mixed berry blend. You can also swap pecans for walnuts or sliced almonds in the topping.
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Store any leftover breakfast bake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. It's delicious served cold or gently reheated in the microwave.
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Enhance your bake by serving it with a dollop of Greek yogurt, a drizzle of extra maple syrup, or a sprinkle of fresh mint for a vibrant finish.
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If the topping starts to brown too quickly before the center is set, loosely tent the baking dish with aluminum foil for the remaining cook time.
# Tools You'll Need:
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9x13 inch baking dish
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large mixing bowl
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whisk
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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zester
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 280 kcal
Total Fat: 12 g
Total Carbohydrate: 26 g
Protein: 17 g