Description
A wholesome, high-protein breakfast bake made with cottage cheese, eggs, oats, and fresh blueberries. Lightly sweetened and easy to prepare, it's perfect for a nutritious start to the day or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract.
- Stir in the oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries without breaking them.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use certified gluten-free oats to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Frozen blueberries work well; do not thaw before using.
- Add chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or chocolate chips for variations.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
