Cottage Cheese With Fruit
This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Please read my disclosure.I love enjoying cottage cheese with fruit as a delicious breakfast, a healthy snack, or even a light dessert. Sweet berries, a drizzle of honey, and fresh mint mix perfectly with creamy cottage cheese for a combination I know everyone will enjoy. This tasty fruit recipe is gluten free, refined sugar free, soy free, and ready in just 5 minutes.
I like to start my day with a protein packed meal that keeps me fueled for hours. My cottage cheese breakfast bowls are an easy way to get a boost of healthy nutrients without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. These cottage cheese and fruit cups are one of my favorite options because they taste amazing, and I love to alternate them with my healthy strawberry yogurt or a Greek Yogurt Bowl with Peanut Butter for a little variety.
The best part is that this recipe takes only 5 minutes from start to finish. I just toss the fresh ingredients into a bowl, give everything a little mix, and breakfast is ready before the kids even notice I am in the kitchen. I’m confident this will become one of your go-to recipes.
👩🏽🍳 Why I Love This Recipe
As a health coach, I love this cottage cheese and fruit bowl on mornings when I want something quick, healthy, and tasty. My mom always said breakfast sets the tone for the day, and I could not agree more. Sometimes I make a batch while chatting with my husband, who enjoys adding extra chia seeds and includes it in his morning snack for a steady boost of energy.
The best part is how easy and flexible it is. I scoop 1/2 a cup of cottage cheese into a bowl, then top it with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and kiwi. A sprinkle of chia seeds, some shredded mint, and a drizzle of honey finishes it off, or I skip the honey if I want it sugar free. The flavors just work with the tart berries, creamy cottage cheese, and fresh mint all come together perfectly. Yum!
This is the best version of cottage cheese with fruit I have ever made. It is a breakfast for busy parents, a snack for growing kids, and a light dessert for friends when they stop by. I love that it supports a healthy diet with probiotics, natural ingredients, and real fruit, and I appreciate that it is ready in only 5 minutes. I can’t wait for you to try it!
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🥘 Ingredients
Breakfast with cottage cheese might sound unusual, but I promise you will not regret trying it. These are the wholesome ingredients I use to make it:
Berries: I love adding blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries to cottage cheese for a natural sweetness. They’re packed with antioxidants and complement this recipe perfectly.
Kiwi: I like adding kiwi to my cottage cheese breakfast bowl for a fun pop of color and flavor. It’s also a great source of vitamin C.
Cottage Cheese: I love using creamy cottage cheese to boost my protein intake. Its mild flavor pairs so well with a wide variety of foods.
Chia Seeds: Adding chia seeds for an extra boost of protein and dietary fiber is a must.
Mint: I love adding fresh mint leaves for a refreshing taste.
Honey: No added sugar here! I like to add a touch of vegan honey for natural, unrefined sweetness in my cottage cheese and fruit bowls. I can also skip it entirely for a zero-sugar option.
Substitutions
Seeds: If I don’t have chia seeds, I like to use other seeds or even nuts instead. Some of my favorites are hemp seeds, sunflower seeds, flaxseeds, or chopped pecans.
Cottage Cheese Alternatives: I like to make this recipe using thick Greek yogurt or ricotta cheese instead.
Basil: Instead of mint, I sometimes use fresh basil in my fruit and cottage cheese bowl. It pairs surprisingly well with strawberries and honey.
🔪 How To Make
With just a few simple steps, I can have a healthy breakfast or a refreshing snack ready in no time. Here’s how I make these cottage cheese fruit bowls:
Prepare Fruit: I start by thinly slicing the kiwi and strawberries, then shredding the mint leaves.
Assemble Bowl: I place half a cup of cottage cheese into a serving bowl, then top it with fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, kiwi, chia seeds, shredded mint leaves, and a drizzle of honey.
Serve: I make any final adjustments, add a garnish if I like, and enjoy!
💭 Expert Tips
My #1 Secret Tip for this cottage cheese and fruit bowl is to use very cold cottage cheese and fresh fruit that is fully ripe. When the cottage cheese is chilled and the fruit is sweet and juicy, the textures stay creamy and the flavors stay bright, which makes the whole bowl taste much fresher and more satisfying.
Other Tips To Keep In Mind:
- For an extra creamy version: I like to place the cottage cheese in a high speed blender or food processor and blend it until it is smooth before adding my toppings. You can also make whipped cottage cheese with a hand beater, which creates a light and fluffy texture that works well with fresh fruit.
- Prep the fruit ahead of time: When I know the morning will be busy, I wash and slice the fruit the night before. I store it in a sealed container so breakfast takes only a few minutes.
- Use a larger bowl for kids: My kids enjoy building their own fruit cups, so I use a larger bowl and let them add their favorite toppings. It helps them enjoy the recipe even more.
📖 Variations
Here are a few variations I have tried and tested for this recipe that I think are really worth trying.
Warm Apple Bowl: I add 1 warm diced apple and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a sweet and comforting bowl. This version tastes wonderful on cooler mornings or when I want something warm and simple.
Peach Crunch Cup: I use 1 fresh peach, a light sprinkle of cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of granola for extra crunch. The creamy cottage cheese pairs well with the sweet peaches for a wholesome bowl.
Savory Veggie Spoon: I add 1 half cup of tomatoes, avocado, bell peppers, or cucumbers when I want a savory option. I enjoy serving it on toast with a small drizzle of olive oil and a light sprinkle of black pepper.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
My cottage cheese and fruit bowl is perfect on its own with a glass of orange juice, but I love customizing it too. I like adding a drizzle of peanut butter, some caramelized bananas, homemade granola like this high protein granola, a sprinkle of coconut flakes, and hemp or pumpkin seeds.
Sometimes I even use this mix as the filling for pancake tacos for a delicious and hearty breakfast that my kids are absolutely obsessed with.
🧊 Storage Directions
Refrigerating: I store the cottage cheese and fruit in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I keep the fruit separate when I can, so the cottage cheese stays creamy and fresh.
Freezing: I do not freeze this recipe.
❓Recipe FAQs
What can I do if my cottage cheese tastes too salty?
Some brands of cottage cheese taste a little saltier than others, so I always taste a small spoon before making my bowl. If it tastes too salty, I mix in sweeter fruit like ripe strawberries, blueberries, or peaches to balance the flavor. I also add a small spoon of honey when I want a little more sweetness.
Is fruit with cottage cheese healthy?
Absolutely! I love that cottage cheese is low in calories, high in protein, and relatively low in fat. One serving usually has about 2.5g-4.5g of total fat, 3g of total carbohydrates, 14g of protein, and around 80-110 calories. It’s also a great source of nutrients like vitamin B, selenium, calcium, and phosphorus. Since it’s a fermented food, it contains probiotics that help support gut health. I like pairing it with fruit and chia seeds for a light yet filling breakfast that gives me a good mix of protein, fiber, and healthy fat.
Can I use frozen fruit instead of fresh?
Yes, frozen fruit works well, especially in the winter when fresh fruit is harder to find. I thaw the fruit first and drain any extra liquid so the bowl does not become watery. For a warm version, I heat some frozen blueberries on the stovetop until they soften into a simple sauce that tastes wonderful with the cottage cheese.
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Cottage Cheese With Fruit
I love enjoying cottage cheese with fruit as a delicious breakfast, a healthy snack, or even a light dessert. Sweet berries, a drizzle of honey, and fresh mint mix perfectly with creamy cottage cheese for a combination I know everyone will enjoy. This tasty fruit recipe is gluten free, refined sugar free, soy free, and ready in just 5 minutes.
Servings: 2
Calories: 194kcal
Ingredients
- 6 strawberries
- 1 kiwi fruit
- ½ cup raspberries
- ¼ cup blueberries
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves
- ½ tbsp honey
Instructions
- Thinly slice the kiwi fruit and strawberries.
- Shred the mint leaves.
- To serve, place ½ cup of cottage cheese into a serving bowl.
- Top with fruit, chia seeds, shredded mint leaves and a drizzle of honey.
- Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for this cottage cheese and fruit bowl is to use very cold cottage cheese and fresh fruit that is fully ripe. When the cottage cheese is chilled and the fruit is sweet and juicy, the textures stay creamy and the flavors stay bright, which makes the whole bowl taste much fresher and more satisfying.
- For an extra creamy version: I like to place the cottage cheese in a high speed blender or food processor and blend it until it is smooth before adding my toppings. You can also make whipped cottage cheese with a hand beater, which creates a light and fluffy texture that works well with fresh fruit.
- Prep the fruit ahead of time: When I know the morning will be busy, I wash and slice the fruit the night before. I store it in a sealed container so breakfast takes only a few minutes.
- Use a larger bowl for kids: My kids enjoy building their own fruit cups, so I use a larger bowl and let them add their favorite toppings. It helps them enjoy the recipe even more.
Nutrition
Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 335mg | Potassium: 339mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 16g
Cottage cheese also is yummy with watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew melon. Another good choice is cottage cheese, fresh apple slices, pineapple (fresh or canned), and banana slices with a drizzle of honey, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and chopped pecans on top.
I love all of those combinations, thanks for sharing Gayle!
I love cottage cheese and this recipe just kicks it up a notch with delicious fruit and honey! Yum!
Thanks Beth! Glad you liked it!
I have never been able to get on board with eating fruit and cottage cheese together. But I took your suggestion of blending the cottage cheese first, and that made a huge difference! I actually enjoyed it this time and will be having this much more often!
Oh yay! I’m so happy to hear that Justine!
Such a great idea! 🙂 I usually eat my cottage cheese topped with pineapple, but I haven’t tried other fruits yet. I need to change that asap!
I’m sure you will love this recipe Carrie! 🙂
I made this for breakfast and it was delicious! Thank you for the recipe!
Yay! Thanks for letting me know Kristen!
This was a great snack to upgrade my protein. I added lots of blueberries and used bananas sprinkled with nuts on top of the cottage cheese. Was so delicious.
Awesome!! So glad you liked this recipe Janie!