Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls (6 Sweet & Savory Ideas)

Look no further for the best Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls.  I'm sharing 6 easy sweet and savory recipes, plus additional toppings and variations to make dozens of tasty meals.  This high-protein, vitamin-rich, customizable breakfast comes together in just 5 minutes.

Love cottage cheese for breakfast?  Also, try my Cottage Cheese Toast Ideas and Cottage Cheese Eggs.

Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls

These Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls are just what you have been looking for in a healthy breakfast.  They start with a base of protein-filled cottage cheese and then are jazzed up with all of your favorite sweet OR savory options, depending on your mood.

For a sweet bowl, you can use fresh berries, granola, and honey, or go savory with Greek-inspired ingredients like cucumber, olives, feta, and tomatoes.  You get two entirely different tastes and vibes, but both are delicious!  This post has ideas for 6 pre-made bowls OR you can mix and match from my sweet and savory topping list below to make your creation a high-protein breakfast.

This is such a great way to enjoy cottage cheese, which is having a huge foodie moment right now.  This underrated food is inexpensive, nutrient-rich, high in calcium, and high in protein.  It's creamy on its own and is a great base for the toppings.

If you have been in a breakfast rut, get out with these tasty Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls.

Love breakfast bowls? Also, try my 5 Easy & Delish Greek Yogurt Breakfast Bowls.

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Why You'll Love this Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls...

• Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls can be ready in just 5-10 minutes.
• If you have been wanting to eat more cottage cheese, this is how to do it!
• It makes a simple, healthy, fuss-free breakfast that requires no actual cooking.
• It's a balanced breakfast with the toppings.
• Cottage Cheese is SO healthy.  Just look at the nutritional information below.

 

Cottage Cheese Nutrition

Cottage cheese is a nutritional powerhouse and such a fabulous, healthy addition to your diet.  It's one of the healthiest cheeses. It's high in protein and provides 28 grams of protein per cup.  It also has these vitamins and minerals.

• calcium
• vitamin B12
• selenium
• folate
• vitamin B6
• phosphorus
• magnesium

Ingredients:

Here's an overview of what you'll need to make this Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls, but keep scrolling for the full recipe amounts.  It's only two main ingredients.

• Cottage Cheese: Cottage Cheese is easy to find near the other types of cheese in your grocery store.  It's often near the yogurt and sour cream.  Use your favorite brand of cottage cheese in either small or large curd. You can also pick between low-fat or full-fat cottage cheeses, depending on your diet choices.  Full fat will have a richer, creamier texture, but does have more calories and fat, so it depends on how you prefer to eat.  Either works for the Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls.
• Toppings: See below for the complete list of topping suggestions.

Instructions:

This is an overview of the instructions to make this Cottage Cheese Breakfast, but the full detailed printable recipe is below in the recipe card.

1. Put the cottage cheese in a small bowl and smooth out the top.
2. Carefully arrange your favorite toppings on top.
3. Serve and enjoy!

Cottage Cheese Toast Sweet Ideas

I love sweet Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls which make a fabulous sweet breakfast!  From fresh fruit, honey, granola, cinnamon, and nut butter are great options for sweet bowls.  Here are three tasty sweet Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls..  There are even more options for customizable toppings below.

Chunky Monkey Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl

This is one of my favorite Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl ideas.  Chunky Monkey is a play off the classic Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream flavor which features bananas and peanut butter.  This bowl has all of that... bananas, peanut butter, and an optional sprinkle of chocolate chips.  If you want a healthier toast, just leave off the chocolate, it still tastes great!

Ingredients:

• Bananas - sliced
• Peanut Butter
• Chocolate Chips (optional)
• Cottage Cheese

Instructions:

To prepare the cottage cheese breakfast bowl, start by spooning the cottage cheese in the bowl.  Use your spoon to make a flat surface for the toppings.  Warm the peanut butter in the microwave until it's liquid enough to drizzle. Top with the sliced banana, and chocolate chips if desired, and use a spoon to drizzle the warmed peanut butter on top.  Enjoy!

Berry Bliss

Another sweet Cottage Cheese Breakfast bowl idea is Berry Bliss.  Sweet berries are the perfect topping. This one also adds a little granola for a crunch and a drizzle of honey to bring out the flavors.

Ingredients:

• Strawberries
• Blueberries
• Raspberries
• Granola
• Honey
• Cottage Cheese

 

Instructions:

First, spoon your cottage cheese into a small bowl and smooth out the top.  Then carefully stack the berries on top.  Add a sprinkle of granola and a drizzle of your favorite honey.  Serve immediately.

Tropical

Another sweet idea for Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls is Tropical using pineapple and coconut.  Pineapple and peaches traditionally go with cottage cheese, so this is a fabulous and expected flavor combination.

Ingredients:

• Pineapple - You could also use whatever tropical fruits are in season like mango or papaya.  Peaches, while not tropical, would also be great with this.
• Shredded Coconut - The natural kind, not sweetened for cookies.
• Cinnamon
• Cottage Cheese

 

Instructions:

Using a small bowl, put your cottage cheese in the bowl. Finish by putting sliced pineapple on the cottage cheese.  Sprinkle with coconut and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Savory Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls

You can make these Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls sweet or savory! The savory ideas are a bit more unexpected, but still so good especially if you prefer a savory breakfast.  Here are some savory options!

Caprese Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls

Perfect for summer! Caprese Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls is a fabulous savory toast idea with tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil.  These classic summer flavors pair perfectly with the hearty toast and creamy but rich cottage cheese.  It's so good!

Ingredients:

• Cherry or Grape Tomatoes
• Fresh Mozzarella Pearls
• Balsamic Glaze
• Fresh Basil
• Cottage Cheese

 

Instructions:

First, spoon your cottage cheese in a bowl and smooth out the top.  Then add the toppings by layering the tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil and drizzle the balsamic glaze on top.  Enjoy!

Greek Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls

This Greek Cottage Cheese Toast has all the flavors of your favorite Greek salad but in a fun breakfast package.  Once again it's unexpected but the salty cottage cheese pairs well with these flavors too. I love the colorful veggies and salty feta on it.  It's such a well-rounded meal.

Ingredients:

• Cherry or Grape Tomatoes - halved
• Bell Pepper - diced
• Cucumber - sliced
• Kalamata olives- halved (optional)
• Crumbled Feta
• Cottage Cheese
• Parsley
• Black Pepper & Sea Salt

 

Instructions:

First to make the Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl you spoon the cottage cheese into a bowl.  Next layer the cucumber, tomatoes, bell peppers, and olives as shown.  INext, sprinkle on the feta and top with finely chopped parsley and a crank of fresh black pepper and sea salt. Serve immediately.

Everything Bagel Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls

If you are looking for a simple savory Cottage Cheese Breakfast, this Everything Bagel one is it!  You use tomatoes, cucumbers, and a sprinkle of Everything But the Bagel Seasoning to amp up your toast's flavor without much fuss.  The savory Everything Bagel Seasoning is a perfect topping for the toast.

Ingredients:

• Cucumber - sliced
• Cherry or Grape Tomatoes
• Everything But the Bagel Seasoning - storebought or DIY
• Cottage Cheese

 

Instructions:

To make this add the cottage cheese to a bowl. Use a spoon to smooth the top.  Layer your cucumbers and tomatoes.  Finish by sprinkling with Everything But the Bagel Seasoning.

Variations

I love this Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls recipe as written, but here are some fun variations.

More Sweet Ideas:

• Peaches
• Apples
• Pears
• Jelly or Jam
• Fruit Salsa
• Maple Syrup
• Chia Seeds
• Hemp Seeds
• Nuts - almonds, pecans, peanuts

More Savory Ideas

• Avocado
• Pico de Gallo
• Green Onion
• Red Peppers
• Smoked Salmon
• Sliced Red Onion
• Pesto
• Sesame Seeds
• Bacon
• Hard Boiled Egg
• Sliced Radish
• Fresh Herbs: dill, oregano, parsley
• Fried Egg
• Baked Tofu

FAQ

 

Is it good to eat cottage cheese for breakfast?

Cottage Cheese is great to eat for breakfast.  It's a healthy breakfast that is low in calories and high in protein.  Cottage Cheese has almost 20 grams of protein per cup.  Add some nutrient-dense toppings like the ones I've shared and you have a fabulous breakfast.

 

What goes well with cottage cheese?

Cottage Cheese has a neutral flavor so it pairs well with so many toppings including sweet and savory ones.

Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls are a Fast & Healthy Breakfast

These Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls are your answer to what to eat for breakfast.  They are healthy, vitamin-rich and be customized in so many ways.  If you haven't jumped onto the cottage cheese train yet, it's time!

Cottage cheese is such a fabulous ingredient to add to your healthy eating routine!

Give it a try and let me know what you think!

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More Cottage Cheese Recipes to Try:

• Cottage Cheese Toast Ideas
• Cottage Cheese Eggs
• Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough
• Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip
• Cottage Cheese Queso
• Cottage Cheese Pizza Bowl

 

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