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Cottage Cheese Bowl - Mixed Berry & Granola

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (2% or whole milk for creamier texture; use low-fat if you prefer)
  • 1/2–3/4 cup mixed berries (fresh or thawed frozen: strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
  • 1/3–1/2 cup granola (your favorite variety; lower-sugar if you want to keep it lighter)
  • 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for a dessert-like flavor)
  • Pinch of cinnamon (optional, adds warmth)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed (optional, extra fiber and omega-3s)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped nuts (optional, almonds, walnuts, or pistachios for extra crunch)
  • Zest of 1/4 lemon (optional, brightens the berries)
  • Pinch of flaky salt (optional, enhances flavor and balances sweetness)

Method
 

  1. Prep the berries. Rinse and dry them gently. If using strawberries, slice them. If using frozen berries, let them thaw slightly so they’re juicy but not icy.
  2. Flavor the cottage cheese. In a bowl, stir the cottage cheese with vanilla and a pinch of cinnamon. This simple step makes it taste like a creamy base rather than a plain dairy product.
  3. Layer the bowl. Spoon the cottage cheese into your serving bowl. Scatter the berries over the top.
  4. Add crunch and extras. Sprinkle granola evenly, then add chia or flax if using. Toss on nuts for extra texture.
  5. Sweeten to taste. Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the top. Add a tiny pinch of flaky salt to make all the flavors pop.
  6. Finish and serve. Grate a touch of lemon zest over the berries for brightness. Eat right away for maximum crunch.