Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake
Introduction
This Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake is a wholesome, oven-baked dish that combines creamy cottage cheese, juicy blueberries, and simple pantry ingredients into a lightly sweet, custard-like bake. It’s an excellent alternative to sugary breakfasts, offering long-lasting energy thanks to its high protein and fiber content. Enjoy it warm on busy mornings or chilled as a grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: ~55 minutes
Servings: 6–8 squares
Ingredients
1½ cups cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
3 large eggs
⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp salt
½ cup oats (rolled or quick oats)
1 tbsp cornstarch or flour
1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
1 tsp lemon zest (optional, enhances flavor)
1 tbsp butter or oil (for greasing pan)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Preheat & Prepare
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or similar size.
Blend the Base
In a blender or food processor, add:
cottage cheese
eggs
honey/maple syrup
vanilla
cinnamon
salt
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Add Dry Ingredients
Pour mixture into a bowl.
Stir in oats and cornstarch/flour until well combined.
Fold in Blueberries
Gently fold in blueberries and lemon zest.
If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw.
Bake
Pour batter into prepared dish.
Smooth the top evenly.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
Cool & Slice
Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Texture firms up more as it cools.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with extra blueberries
Drizzle with honey or yogurt
Add nuts or seeds for crunch
Enjoy chilled for a cheesecake-style bite
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for 4–5 days
Freezer: Freeze slices up to 2 months
Reheat: Microwave for 20–30 seconds or enjoy cold
Variations
Banana Blueberry: Add ½ mashed banana
Lemon Blueberry: Add 1 tbsp lemon juice + extra zest
Protein Boost: Add 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (reduce oats slightly)
Gluten-Free: Use certified gluten-free oats
Final Thoughts
This Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake is creamy, nourishing, and incredibly easy to make. It feels indulgent like dessert but fuels your body like a balanced breakfast. Perfect for meal prep, family breakfasts, or a healthy sweet craving.