BREAKFAST

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Breakfast Recipes

Starting your morning with cottage cheese is one of the simplest ways to hit your protein goals before the day even begins. Beyond pancakes, cottage cheese shines in breakfast bowls, smoothie bowls, egg bakes, and overnight oat combinations. A single cup added to your breakfast delivers nearly 28 grams of protein—more than most protein bars—while keeping you full for hours thanks to its slow-digesting casein content.

Cottage cheese breakfast bowls are endlessly customizable. Top with granola, fresh fruit, honey, and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a sweet option, or go savory with everything bagel seasoning, avocado, and cherry tomatoes. Blended into smoothies, cottage cheese adds creaminess and protein without the chalky taste of protein powder. Folded into scrambled eggs or mixed into baked egg muffins, it creates a creamier texture with significantly more protein per bite.

For meal preppers, cottage cheese breakfast recipes are a game-changer. Baked oatmeal cups with cottage cheese can be made on Sunday and reheated all week. French toast made with cottage cheese is another weekend favorite. The convenience and protein density of cottage cheese make it the ultimate breakfast ingredient for busy mornings.