Keto Berry Cottage Cheese Bake
High-Protein, Low-Carb & Sugar-Free Breakfast or Dessert
This Keto Berry Cottage Cheese Bake is creamy, lightly sweet, packed with protein, and bursting with juicy raspberries and blueberries. It’s perfect for breakfast, a healthy snack, or a guilt-free dessert!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- ½ cup blanched almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2–3 tbsp erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ cup fresh raspberries
- ¼ cup fresh blueberries
- Pinch of salt
- ½ tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Blend the wet ingredients: Add cottage cheese, eggs, keto sweetener, and vanilla to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, whisk thoroughly by hand.
- Add dry ingredients: Transfer to a mixing bowl. Stir in almond flour, baking powder, salt, and optional lemon zest.
- Fold in berries: Gently fold in raspberries and blueberries, reserving a few for the top.
- Prepare for baking: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly and arrange the remaining berries on top.
- Bake: Bake for 30–35 minutes, until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool: Allow to cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Refrigerate for an even firmer, cheesecake-like texture.
Estimated Nutrition Per Serving
Based on 4 servings.
- Calories: 190
- Protein: 12g
- Total Carbs: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Net Carbs: 6g
- Fat: 12g
High-Protein & Weight-Loss Tips
- Use low-fat cottage cheese to reduce calories.
- Add 2 tbsp unflavored whey protein powder for extra protein; add a splash of almond milk if the batter becomes too thick.
- Use fresh or frozen unsweetened berries.
- Avoid honey, regular sugar, and sweetened toppings.
- Enjoy one portion with unsweetened Greek yogurt for additional protein.
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently or enjoy chilled.
Keto Friendly: Yes! This bake is low-carb when made with unsweetened berries and keto-approved sweetener.
