Blueberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/4 cup milk (any type, including plant-based)
04 - 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (adjust for sweetness)
05 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 tsp salt
08 - 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
09 - 1/2 tsp baking powder
10 - 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)

→ Optional Toppings

11 - Additional fresh blueberries
12 - Powdered sugar
13 - A drizzle of maple syrup or honey

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or pie dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
03 - Stir in the oats and baking powder until well combined.
04 - Gently fold in the blueberries, reserving a few for topping if desired.
05 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with the reserved blueberries. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
06 - Allow the bake to cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

# Notes:

01 - You can substitute raspberries or chopped strawberries for the blueberries
02 - For extra flavor, add 1/4 cup chopped nuts, such as almonds or walnuts, to the batter
03 - Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave
04 - This breakfast bake is protein-packed and lightly sweet