Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake
Start your day off right with a healthy and delicious Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake, combining cottage cheese, oats, and ripe bananas with sweet blueberries for a nutritious breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 large large egg
- 1 ½ medium ripe bananas (6 oz / 170 g in total) Ensure bananas are ripe for best sweetness.
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full fat recommended) Can substitute with dairy-free alternative.
- 1 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if necessary)
- ¾ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen) Optional step: toss with flour to prevent sinking.
- 2 to 4 tbsp maple syrup (or honey, optional) Adjust for desired sweetness.
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional) For additional flavor.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional) For additional flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 7x7 inch (15x15 cm) baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
- In a high-speed blender or food processor, add the egg, ripe bananas, cottage cheese, and rolled oats. If desired, include lemon juice, vanilla extract, and maple syrup.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and lump-free.
- Rinse the blueberries. Optional: Toss them with ½ tablespoon of flour in a bowl to prevent sinking. Gently stir the blueberries into the blended batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spread it evenly, and optionally top with more blueberries.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out clean. The edges should be golden and slightly crisp.
- Allow the bake to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
You can enjoy this bake warm or cold. Pair it with yogurt or nuts for added texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days or freeze slices wrapped in plastic wrap.