Description
This High-Protein Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Bake is a nutritious and delicious way to start your day. Combining creamy cottage cheese with fresh blueberries and zesty lemon, this baked dish offers a perfect balance of protein and natural sweetness. It’s easy to prepare, baked to perfection, and ideal for a healthy breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
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Main 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
For Greasing
- Butter or nonstick spray for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish thoroughly with butter or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- 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 is smooth and well incorporated.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the fresh blueberries into the blended mixture using a spatula to maintain their shape and prevent breaking.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges turn golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature for a satisfying breakfast.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, consider substituting cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative, though texture may vary.
- Ensure not to overmix after adding blueberries to keep them intact.
- This bake can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Add a sprinkle of chopped nuts on top before baking for extra crunch.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup according to your taste.
