Description
This High-Protein Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Bake combines creamy cottage cheese with fresh blueberries and zesty lemon for a nutritious and flavorful start to your day. Blended to a smooth batter and baked until golden, it’s an easy, protein-packed meal perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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Primary Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- Butter or nonstick spray for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish thoroughly with butter or nonstick spray to ensure the bake doesn’t stick during cooking.
- Blend ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, lemon juice, cornstarch, and salt. Blend the mixture until it’s smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Fold in blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh blueberries with a spatula to evenly distribute them without breaking the berries.
- Transfer to dish and smooth: Pour the blended batter into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to smooth the top for even baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges turn a lovely golden color.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and allow the bake to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious protein-rich breakfast.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh blueberries with frozen ones; just do not thaw them to avoid excess moisture.
- For a dairy-free option, use lactose-free cottage cheese if available.
- Adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can complement the lemon flavor nicely.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
- Ensure the bake has cooled enough before slicing for clean pieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
