Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl (Printable)

Creamy cottage cheese with berries, banana, granola, chia and honey for a balanced, protein-rich morning bowl.

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)

02 - 1/2 cup mixed fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

03 - 1/2 medium banana, sliced

04 - 1/4 cup granola

05 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)

06 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

01 - Place cottage cheese into a medium serving bowl and smooth the surface with a spoon.

02 - Arrange mixed fresh berries and sliced banana evenly over the cottage cheese.

03 - Sprinkle granola and chia seeds, if using, on top of the fruit.

04 - Drizzle honey or maple syrup over all the ingredients.

05 - Serve immediately for optimal texture and freshness.

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The creamy and crunchy layers make every bite feel special, like a breakfast sundae you don't have to feel guilty about.
I keep coming back to this because it’s endlessly customizable and never boring, no matter the season.

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If you pour the honey too early, it can sink right into the cottage cheese—drizzle it just before eating for maximum flavor.
Swapping in whatever fruit is freshest or left in your fridge leads to delicious, sometimes unexpected combinations; peaches are especially dreamy in late summer.

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Let the cottage cheese sit out for five minutes before plating—it loses its chill and tastes creamier.
A pinch of sea salt can bring out the sweetness and flavor even more—try it just once and you’ll notice the difference!