Wake up to a warm, comforting breakfast that’s both nutritious and indulgent! This Peach Pecan Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bake is loaded with sweet peaches, crunchy pecans, and creamy cottage cheese — a protein-packed start to your day that’s naturally delicious.
Ingredients (makes about 6 servings):
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cottage cheese | 2 cups |
| Oats | 1 cup |
| Ripe peaches, diced | 2 |
| Chopped pecans | ½ cup |
| Honey | ¼ cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Cinnamon | 1 tsp |
| Eggs | 2 large |
| Baking powder | ½ tsp |
| Salt | ¼ tsp |
Nutrition (per serving): ~200 kcal | 10g protein | 8g fat | 25g carbs
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese, oats, diced peaches, chopped pecans, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, eggs, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until the top is set and lightly golden. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Tips for Success:
- Use ripe, juicy peaches for the best natural sweetness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for a quick breakfast option.
Prep Time: 10 min | Bake Time: 35 min | Total Time: 45 min
