Ingredients
Filling
- 3 cups (1 ½ pounds) cottage cheese (well-drained)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (full-fat)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Topping
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (hulled & halved)
- ⅓ cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bake after cooking.
- Make the filling: In a large bowl, combine the well-drained cottage cheese, Greek yogurt or sour cream, granulated sugar, salt, vanilla extract, eggs, and cornstarch. Use a hand blender to blend the mixture until completely smooth, ensuring a creamy texture.
- Assemble: Pour the smooth cottage cheese filling evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Add topping: Arrange the halved strawberries on top of the filling with the cut side facing up. Evenly scatter the sliced almonds over the strawberries, adding a crunchy texture.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the top turns golden and the center is set, indicating the bake is cooked through.
- Cool: Once baked, turn off the oven, crack the oven door open slightly, and allow the bake to rest inside for 10-15 minutes to set further.
- Serve: Enjoy the Strawberry Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake warm from the oven or chilled for a refreshing taste.
Notes
- Ensure the cottage cheese is well-drained to avoid excess moisture that might affect the texture of the bake.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with full-fat sour cream for a slightly different flavor and texture.
- For a lower sugar option, reduce the sugar amount or substitute with a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup, adjusting to taste.
- This bake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and tastes great served cold.
- Use fresh ripe strawberries for the best flavor and appearance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian