Description
The High-Protein Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Bake with Cottage Cheese is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. This easy-to-make dish combines the refreshing flavors of lemon and sweet blueberries, all while packing a protein punch from cottage cheese and eggs. Perfect for busy mornings or a leisurely brunch, it’s versatile enough to be enjoyed warm or chilled. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, this breakfast bake is a fantastic option for anyone looking to boost their morning routine with a healthy, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup low-fat milk or almond milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, low-fat milk or almond milk, eggs, lemon juice, and honey or maple syrup until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix rolled oats, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir in fresh blueberries and lemon zest until just combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish. Bake for 25–30 minutes until set; check doneness with a knife.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serve warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg