Description
This High Protein Triple Berry Bake is a nutritious and delicious baked dish combining creamy cottage cheese, fresh mixed berries, and wholesome almond flour. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or a satisfying snack, it’s naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and packed with protein to keep you energized throughout the day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Full-Fat Cottage Cheese
- 3 large Eggs
- ½ cup Almond Flour
- ¼ cup Honey or Maple Syrup (or sugar-free alternative)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 2 cups Mixed Berries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal later.
- Blend Cottage Cheese and Eggs: In a blender or food processor, blend the full-fat cottage cheese and eggs together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, which helps create a light and fluffy texture in the bake.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Transfer the blended mixture into a large bowl. Add almond flour, your choice of sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar-free alternative), vanilla extract, lemon zest, and baking powder. Stir gently until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Fold in Berries: Carefully fold in the mixed berries, distributing them evenly without breaking them down completely to maintain texture and visual appeal.
- Spread Batter in Dish: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula to ensure consistent baking.
- Bake the Dish: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set. You can test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the middle; it should come out clean or with minimal moist crumbs.
- Cool Before Serving: Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for 20-30 minutes before slicing. This resting time helps the bake firm up for easier serving and enhances flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute the almond flour with other nut flours like hazelnut or pecan flour for a different flavor profile.
- Use a sugar-free sweetener for a lower sugar version suitable for diabetic diets.
- Fresh or frozen berries both work well – if using frozen, do not thaw before folding into the batter to avoid excess moisture.
- Ensure to grease the baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking, or line with parchment paper for easier clean-up.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and are delicious warm or cold.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of bake (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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