Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bread: High Protein & Moist (Print Version)
Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bread offers a moist, protein-packed breakfast or snack. Enjoy this easy-to-make, healthy loaf with fresh blueberries.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
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1 1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable)
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1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
→ Dry Essentials & Leavening
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1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
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2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)
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1 tbsp lemon zest (from 1-2 lemons)
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line with parchment paper, ensuring overhang for easy removal. This prepares your pan for the delicious Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bread: High Protein & Moist.
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In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups 2% cottage cheese, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup neutral oil, and 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined and relatively smooth, breaking up any large cottage cheese curds.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt. Ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed for consistent leavening in your bread.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine. Overmixing can lead to a tough texture in your Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bread: High Protein & Moist.
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Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen) and 1 tbsp lemon zest. Distribute them evenly throughout the batter. The lemon zest enhances the blueberry flavor beautifully.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. This ensures your Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bread: High Protein & Moist is perfectly cooked.
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Let the Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bread: High Protein & Moist cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before carefully transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slicing when fully cooled prevents crumbling and ensures the best texture.
# Notes:
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Overmixing the batter can develop the gluten too much, resulting in a tougher, less moist bread. Mix until just combined for the best tender crumb.
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Store leftover bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It also freezes well for up to 3 months.
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Feel free to substitute other berries like raspberries or chopped strawberries for the blueberries. A sprinkle of streusel topping before baking also adds a delightful crunch.
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This bread is delicious on its own, but also wonderful toasted with a pat of butter, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or a drizzle of honey for an extra protein boost.
# Tools You'll Need:
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9x5 inch loaf pan
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large mixing bowls
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whisk
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spatula
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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oven
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 275 kcal
Total Fat: 9 g
Total Carbohydrate: 38 g
Protein: 9 g