High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bowl
Per serving (about 3/4 cup)
Full nutrition
| Calories | 295 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 21g |
| Carbs | 29g |
| Fat | 12g |
| Fiber | 4g |
I blend the cottage cheese instead of eating it straight from the tub. It turns into something closer to a thick yogurt or mousse, no curds, no texture to work around, which makes it a lot easier to actually want to eat this often. [TODO: add your own note here, why you make this one or what you'd change.]
Recipe
High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bowl
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add the cottage cheese, vanilla extract, and honey to a blender.
- Blend on medium-high for about 30 seconds, until completely smooth and no curds remain.
- Divide the whipped cottage cheese between two bowls.
- Top each bowl with mixed berries and chopped nuts, and finish with an extra drizzle of honey.
Notes
- I blend just until smooth and stop there. Over-blending can make it slightly runny instead of holding a thick, mousse-like texture.
- I keep a batch of the plain whipped base in the fridge and change the toppings day to day: granola and peanut butter one morning, berries and nuts the next.
Nutrition (per serving)
| Calories | 295 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 21g |
| Carbs | 29g |
| Fat | 12g |
| Fiber | 4g |
Storage
The whipped cottage cheese base keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Add toppings fresh each time rather than storing them mixed in.
FAQ
Can I make this savory instead of sweet?
Yes. Skip the vanilla and honey, and top with everything bagel seasoning, sliced cucumber, or cherry tomatoes and olive oil instead.
Do I have to blend the cottage cheese?
No, but blending is what turns cottage cheese from a texture people tolerate into one they actually look forward to. Straight from the tub works too if the curds don’t bother you.
What other toppings work well?
Sliced banana, a spoonful of peanut butter, granola, or a swirl of jam all work. Chocolate chips and a little cocoa powder turn it into something closer to a dessert.
Looking for more high-protein snacks: the high-protein buffalo chicken dip is a savory option for the same craving.