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Creative Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl

This cottage cheese bowl is a quick, customizable breakfast featuring a creamy base topped with fresh fruit, toasted nuts, and sweet honey. It combines smooth, tangy cheese with crunchy toppings, creating a vibrant, satisfying dish that looks as inviting as it tastes. Perfect for mornings when you want nourishment and creativity in one bowl.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: International
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat preferred for creaminess
  • 1/2 cup fresh fruit berries or sliced peaches
  • 2 tablespoons nuts or seeds toasted almonds or sunflower seeds
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • optional fresh herbs dill or chives

Equipment

  • Small skillet
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing spoon
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Gather your ingredients: cottage cheese, fresh fruit, nuts, honey, and herbs. Set out your bowls and utensils for easy assembly.
  2. Slice your fresh fruit into small, even pieces—about a quarter-inch thick—so they layer nicely on top of the cottage cheese.
  3. Place a generous scoop of cottage cheese into your serving bowl, smoothing it slightly with the back of a spoon to create an even base.
  4. Arrange the sliced fruit evenly over the cottage cheese, creating a colorful, inviting pattern.
  5. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast your nuts or seeds until they turn golden brown and fragrant—about 3 to 4 minutes—then let them cool slightly.
  6. Sprinkle the toasted nuts or seeds over the fruit and cheese for added crunch and richness.
  7. Drizzle honey over the toppings, aiming for a glossy, sweet finish that enhances the flavors.
  8. If you like, chop fresh herbs and sprinkle them on top for a fresh, herbal note that balances sweetness.
  9. Give everything a gentle final touch, ensuring toppings are evenly distributed and your bowl looks vibrant and inviting.
  10. Serve immediately to enjoy the creamy, crunchy contrast at its best. Dig in and savor this customizable, nutritious breakfast.

Notes

Feel free to swap ingredients based on what you have—try ricotta instead of cottage cheese, or different fruits and nuts. For a dairy-free version, use plant-based yogurt or tofu as the base.