Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl (Printable Version)

A creamy bowl with cottage cheese, fresh berries, and a mix of crunchy seeds for a nourishing boost.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, low-fat or full-fat

→ Fruit

02 - 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)

→ Seeds and Nuts

03 - 2 tablespoons chia seeds
04 - 1 tablespoon flaxseeds
05 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
06 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)

→ Toppings

07 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Divide cottage cheese evenly between two serving bowls.
02 - Arrange mixed berries on top of the cottage cheese.
03 - Sprinkle chia seeds, flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, and sliced almonds over the berries.
04 - Drizzle with honey or maple syrup and dust with cinnamon if desired.
05 - Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in 10 minutes with absolutely no cooking involved.
  • High in protein—17 g per serving—to keep you full and energized all morning.
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian, making it suitable for a wide range of dietary needs.
  • Endlessly customizable: swap berries for seasonal fruit or add granola for extra texture.
  • Wholesome and balanced, delivering healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants in every bite.
02 -
  • Choose full-fat cottage cheese for a richer, creamier texture that pairs beautifully with the tartness of fresh berries.
  • Pat your berries dry after rinsing to prevent excess moisture from thinning out the cottage cheese base.
  • Toast the pumpkin seeds and almonds lightly beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and maximize crunch.
  • Add nut butter or granola for extra staying power and a deeper flavor dimension.
  • Check allergen labels carefully, especially for the almonds and any packaged seeds, if you have food sensitivities.
  • For meal prep, store the cottage cheese base and toppings separately and assemble just before eating to keep everything fresh and crunchy.
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