Ingredients
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 cups cottage cheese – High-protein base with a creamy texture.
- 1 egg – Binds the bake together.
- ¼ cup sugar – Adjust to taste; use honey or maple syrup if preferred.
- Zest of 1 lemon (or 2 tsp vanilla extract) – Adds brightness or warmth.
Dry Ingredients:
- ½ cup flour (or oat flour for gluten-free) – Gives structure.
- ¼ teaspoon salt – Enhances flavor.
- ½ teaspoon baking soda – Helps with a light rise.
Filling & Add-Ins:
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen, pat dry if using frozen)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a pie dish or 8×8-inch baking dish.
2️⃣ Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, egg, sugar, and lemon zest (or vanilla).
3️⃣ Add the Dry Ingredients
- Gently fold in flour, salt, and baking soda.
- Do not overmix to keep the texture light.
4️⃣ Fold in the Blueberries
- Gently stir in the blueberries until evenly distributed.
5️⃣ Bake
- Pour batter into the prepared dish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and set.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
- Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Serve warm or chilled, plain or with yogurt, honey, or nuts.
Notes
✅ Gluten-free: Use almond flour or oat flour instead of regular flour.
✅ Sugar-free: Substitute honey, maple syrup, or stevia.
✅ Extra protein: Mix in 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder.
✅ Fruit swap: Try raspberries, blackberries, or diced apples instead of blueberries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Healthy, High-Protein
- Diet: Gluten Free
