10 High-Protein Cottage Cheese Bowls
Cottage cheese isn’t just having a comeback — it’s the new star of high-protein breakfasts. Creamy, versatile, and packed with protein, it works with sweet or savory toppings and makes your mornings effortless. Whether you want fruity freshness or something savory and bold, these bowls will keep you full and energized.
Here are 10 cottage cheese bowl recipes you’ll want to put on repeat:
1. Berry Protein Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup strawberries, sliced
- ½ cup blueberries
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- Spoon cottage cheese into a bowl.
- Add strawberries, blueberries, and chia seeds.
- Drizzle with honey and enjoy.
2. Savory Avocado Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ avocado, diced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ tsp everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Place cottage cheese in a bowl.
- Top with avocado and cherry tomatoes.
- Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning on top.
3. Peanut Butter Banana Crunch
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- ¼ cup granola
Instructions
- Spread cottage cheese in a bowl.
- Arrange banana slices on top.
- Drizzle peanut butter and finish with granola.
4. Caprese Cottage Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Fill bowl with cottage cheese.
- Add tomatoes and basil on top.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
5. Tropical Mango Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup mango, diced
- 2 tbsp shredded coconut
- 1 tsp chia seeds
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese to a bowl.
- Sprinkle diced mango, coconut, and chia seeds.
- Mix slightly or eat as is.
6. Greek-Inspired Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup cucumber, diced
- 2 tbsp olives, chopped
- 1 tbsp crumbled feta
- 1 tsp fresh dill
Instructions
- Spread cottage cheese in a bowl.
- Layer with cucumber, olives, and feta.
- Sprinkle with dill before eating.
7. Apple Pie Cottage Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ apple, diced
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp chopped walnuts
- 1 tsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese to a bowl.
- Top with apples, cinnamon, and walnuts.
- Drizzle maple syrup for a dessert-like flavor.
8. Chocolate Protein Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tbsp mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Stir cocoa powder and maple syrup into cottage cheese until smooth.
- Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
- Serve chilled.
9. Smoked Salmon Power Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 oz smoked salmon
- 1 tsp capers
- 1 tsp fresh dill
- 1 squeeze lemon juice
Instructions
- Place cottage cheese in a bowl.
- Top with smoked salmon, capers, and dill.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.
10. Pineapple Coconut Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup pineapple chunks
- 2 tbsp toasted coconut flakes
- 1 tsp chia seeds
Instructions
- Add cottage cheese to a bowl.
- Layer pineapple on top.
- Sprinkle with coconut and chia seeds.
Closing Note
High-protein cottage cheese bowls are one of the easiest ways to eat a filling, balanced breakfast. They’re endlessly customizable, ready in 5 minutes, and can be sweet or savory depending on your mood. Save these ideas and rotate them all week long.
