A high-protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl is just what you need to take on those busy mornings. It’s made with layers of cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, fresh berries, and any toppings you like. Cottage cheese breakfast bowls take 5 minutes to put together, they’re incredibly versatile, and perfect for meal prep!
Cottage cheese is having a moment in the spotlight, and I am all for it! A very good friend of mine prepared a delicious yogurt and cottage cheese bowl for me the other day when I visited her, and it inspired me to make my own.
The cottage cheese recipe that I’m making today is with fresh berries, chia seeds, almonds, and peanut butter. It’s really similar to a yogurt parfait, with the addition of cottage cheese and a few more toppings.
This makes the breakfast bowl higher in protein and adds lots of textures to keep it interesting.
Plus, I know it’s in the name, but cottage cheese breakfast bowls aren’t just for breakfast. I love to meal prep a few and pull one out after a workout or as an afternoon snack that’ll keep me full.
Key Ingredients & Substitutions
Cottage cheese & Greek yogurt — This is the base of our breakfast bowl. I prefer the texture of full-fat cottage cheese and thick Greek yogurt. But you can go with any type of cottage cheese and yogurt that you like. Just keep in mind that this will affect the texture and protein content of the bowl.
Fresh berries — It’s berry season, so I am taking full advantage and using blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries. You can also switch out the berries for something else. I love using other fresh fruits like peaches and cherries when they’re in season.
Toppings — This is where I like to add different textures, like crunchy chia seeds, sliced almonds or walnuts, maple or a drizzle of honey and creamy peanut butter or any other nut butter. I’ve also used granola, dark chocolate chips, fresh mint, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon and all kinds of other toppings. There are so many options here!
The Layers Of A Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl
First: Combine the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt to make the base of your breakfast bowl. You can place them side by side in the bowl or mix them together, whichever you prefer.
Then: Add the mixed berries and any other fruit you like on top of the
cottage cheese and yogurt. I like to slice any large berries into bite-sized pieces, so it’s easier to eat.
Add The Finishing Touches
From here, you can top your cottage cheese breakfast bowl with anything you like!
I’m topping this bowl with chia seeds, sliced almonds, peanut butter, and maple syrup for some natural sweetness. I love how pretty these bowls turn out – it always brightens my morning.
Olivia’s Recipe Tips
- If you aren’t crazy about the texture of cottage cheese, you can whip it in a blender or food processor to smooth out the curds. It turns out so creamy and mixes perfectly with the yogurt.
- Warming the peanut butter for a few seconds in the microwave will make it much easier to drizzle.
- Fresh berries will have the best flavor, but you can use frozen berries when they’re out of season. Just be aware that they’ll release more liquid as they thaw.
Easy High-Protein Breakfast Ideas
Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl – Breakfast Ready in 5 Minutes!
Ingredients
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup each: blackberries raspberries, blueberries, sliced strawberries
- Chia seeds for topping
- Drizzle of peanut butter for topping
- Maple syrup for topping
- Sliced almonds for topping
Instructions
- In a bowl, add the cottage cheese and Greek yogurt side by side or gently swirled together.
- Top with blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, and sliced strawberries.
- Sprinkle chia seeds and sliced almonds over the fruit. Drizzle with peanut butter and a touch of maple syrup to taste. Enjoy immediately as a protein-packed, nutrient-dense breakfast!
Notes
- Wash and pat the berries dry with a paper towel before using them. If the berries are too wet, it can make the whole bowl watery.
- When meal prepping, I like to use sturdy glass containers with a tight lid. This helps keep everything fresh and stops any spills.
- If you’re using granola, add it just before you’re ready to eat so it doesn’t get soggy.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Not a fan of the cottage cheese texture would this work if I blended it?
Absolutely! You’ll love this bowl. It’s very good 😉