Description
This High Protein Triple Berry Bake is a delicious, nutritious dessert or breakfast option packed with protein from full-fat cottage cheese and eggs, combined with the natural sweetness and antioxidants of mixed berries. Featuring almond flour and a touch of honey or maple syrup, this bake is a gluten-free, lightly sweetened treat that’s easy to prepare and perfect for a wholesome start to your day or a guilt-free snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Full-Fat Cottage Cheese
- 3 large Eggs
- ½ cup Almond Flour
- ¼ cup Honey or Maple Syrup (or sugar-free alternative)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 2 cups Mixed Berries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the bake.
- Blend Cottage Cheese and Eggs: In a blender or food processor, blend the full-fat cottage cheese with the eggs until the mixture is smooth and creamy, helping to create a light and fluffy texture in the final bake.
- Combine Dry Ingredients and Flavorings: Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl and stir in the almond flour, sweetener of your choice (honey, maple syrup, or sugar-free alternative), vanilla extract, lemon zest, and baking powder until fully incorporated.
- Incorporate Berries: Gently fold in the mixed berries, being careful not to crush them to maintain bursts of berry flavor and color throughout the bake.
- Pour Batter into Dish: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and spread it out smoothly for uniform cooking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set, indicating it’s cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bake to cool for 20 to 30 minutes before slicing to ensure the pieces hold their shape and are easy to serve.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese and strain any excess liquid to prevent a watery texture in the bake.
- If using frozen berries, do not thaw them first; instead, toss them in almond flour before folding into the batter to help distribute them evenly and prevent sinking.
- Letting the bake cool completely before slicing ensures clean, firm pieces that hold together well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of the bake)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
