Cottage Cheese & Wild Blueberry Protein Power Bowl
Whipped cottage cheese with wild blueberries, chia seeds, almonds and honey.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
- Makes
- 2 bowls
Blending cottage cheese for 30 seconds turns it smooth and creamy like ricotta, which changes it from lumpy to luxurious. Wild blueberries are smaller and more intense than regular ones and are easy to find frozen.
Why this recipe works
Whipping removes the curds that put some people off cottage cheese and gives a texture like thick yogurt.
Ingredient notes
Cottage cheese is high in protein; this bowl has roughly 25 grams per serving (an estimate based on typical labels). Raw honey isn't suitable for children under 1 year.
Common mistakes
- Under-blending, which leaves curds.
- Adding chia too early; it gels and thickens.
What to serve with it
Granola for extra crunch.
Meal prep
Whip the cottage cheese ahead; it keeps 4 days. Add toppings when eating.
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Cooking tips
Thawed frozen blueberries release juice, which swirls nicely into the cheese. Toast almonds in a dry pan for 2 to 3 minutes.
Swaps and variations
Use Greek yogurt. Use maple syrup for a vegan-friendly sweetener (the cottage cheese isn't vegan).
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate whipped cottage cheese for up to 4 days or by the package date.
Recipe
Cottage Cheese & Wild Blueberry Protein Power Bowl
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- Total
- 5 min
- Makes
- 2 bowls
Ingredients
You’ll need: blender or food processor; spoon
Method
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Blend the cottage cheese with the vanilla for 30 to 45 seconds until completely smooth.
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Divide between 2 bowls.
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Top with the blueberries, chia seeds and toasted almonds.
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Drizzle with the honey and serve.
Questions
Does it taste like cottage cheese?
Milder and creamier once whipped.
Can I use regular blueberries?
Yes.
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