Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bake
High Protein
Low Carb
Weight-Loss Friendly
A creamy, fluffy, naturally lemony breakfast bake loaded with juicy blueberries and packed with protein. This low-carb version uses cottage cheese, eggs, and almond flour instead of regular flour and sugar. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or satisfying snack!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- ⅓ cup powdered monk fruit or erythritol
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional topping:
- 2 tablespoons extra blueberries
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar-free sweetener
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. Blend the cottage cheese: Add cottage cheese, eggs, and Greek yogurt to a blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine almond flour, powdered sweetener, baking powder, and salt.
4. Combine everything: Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into the dry ingredients. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
5. Add blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, reserving a few for the top.
6. Fill the baking dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Scatter the remaining blueberries over the surface.
7. Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
8. Cool: Allow the bake to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing. Refrigerate for an even firmer, cheesecake-like texture.
Approximate Nutrition
Per serving (1 of 6), depending on ingredients used.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 190 |
| Protein | 17 g |
| Total Carbs | 10 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Net Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
Weight-Loss Tips
- Use low-fat cottage cheese to reduce calories.
- Choose unsweetened Greek yogurt.
- Use monk fruit instead of regular sugar.
- Measure blueberries rather than adding extra.
- Pair with unsweetened tea or coffee for a balanced breakfast.
Storage:
- Refrigerator: Up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Freezer: Up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Microwave for 30–45 seconds.
Why you’ll love it: This bake is rich in protein, lower in carbohydrates than traditional blueberry breakfast casseroles, naturally creamy, and sweet enough to satisfy breakfast cravings without regular added sugar.
