Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bake (Print View)

A creamy blend of cottage cheese, blueberries, cinnamon, and oats creating a nourishing breakfast dish.

# Components:

→ Dairy & Eggs

01 - 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese, room temperature
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/2 cup almond milk or milk of choice

→ Sweeteners & Flavorings

04 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Grains & Seeds

08 - 1/2 cup rolled oats, gluten-free if needed
09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds, optional

→ Fruit & Nuts

10 - 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries, do not thaw if frozen
11 - 1/4 cup chopped almonds or walnuts, optional

→ For Baking

12 - Cooking spray or butter for greasing

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - In a large bowl, blend cottage cheese until mostly smooth using a whisk or hand mixer. Add eggs, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk until combined.
03 - Add cinnamon, salt, rolled oats, and chia seeds if using. Pour in milk. Gently fold to combine until uniform without overmixing.
04 - Gently fold in blueberries and nuts if using, taking care to avoid crushing the berries.
05 - Pour batter into prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 45-60 minutes until edges are golden, center is mostly set with slight jiggle, and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean or with moist crumbs. Tent loosely with foil if top browns too quickly.
06 - Cool on a wire rack for at least 30-60 minutes to set. For cleanest slices, cool completely or chill in refrigerator. Cut into 8 squares and serve plain or with toppings like Greek yogurt, sugar-free syrup, or fresh berries.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can make it completely ahead of time, which means your morning stays calm instead of chaotic.
  • Twenty grams of protein per slice means you're actually full until lunch, not hunting for snacks by mid-morning.
  • It tastes indulgent and custardy but doesn't feel like you're eating dessert for breakfast.
  • Frozen blueberries work beautifully, so you're never waiting for fresh berries to be in season.
02 -
  • Do not thaw frozen blueberries before folding them in—this is the one rule that actually matters because thawed berries release too much liquid and make the bake soggy instead of custardy.
  • Letting this cool completely or chill before slicing is non-negotiable if you want those Instagram-worthy squares instead of a pile of delicious crumbs.
03 -
  • Don't skip blending the cottage cheese smooth—it's the single step that transforms this from good to unforgettable.
  • If you're cooking for someone with dietary restrictions, this is naturally gluten-free with certified oats and works beautifully for high-protein eating plans.
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