Description
This Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bake is a wholesome and delicious breakfast or snack option, combining creamy cottage cheese with fresh blueberries, oats, and almond flour. Lightly sweetened with honey and flavored with vanilla, it’s baked to a golden perfection for a warm, comforting treat packed with protein and fiber.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, blueberries, rolled oats, and almond flour.
- Mix Gently: Stir gently to mix the ingredients together without crushing the blueberries.
- Whisk Eggs: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten and slightly frothy.
- Add Flavorings: Add the honey, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt to the eggs, whisking again until everything is fully incorporated.
- Incorporate Milk: Slowly pour in the milk while continuing to whisk, ensuring the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Add Butter: Stir in the melted butter and mix well, making sure the butter is fully incorporated into the wet ingredients.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the cottage cheese and oats mixture, and gently fold everything together until evenly combined.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the entire mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula or spoon.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Once the bake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the dish for about 10 minutes before cutting into squares or slices.
- Serve: Serve warm, or allow it to cool to room temperature before enjoying.
Notes
- Ensure you gently fold the mixture to avoid breaking the blueberries, which helps maintain their shape and bursts of flavor.
- You can substitute almond flour with another nut flour or gluten-free flour if preferred.
- For a vegan version, replace the eggs with a flax egg and use a plant-based milk and butter alternative.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of maple syrup for extra richness.
