Description
Discover a delightful twist on healthy desserts with this Lemon Raspberry Cottage Cheese Bake. This light and high-protein treat is perfect for breakfast or as a guilt-free dessert, making it versatile for any occasion. The creamy cottage cheese blends harmoniously with zesty lemon and sweet raspberries, creating a deliciously unique flavor profile that will delight your taste buds. Simple to prepare with minimal ingredients, this bake promises to impress even novice cooks. Enjoy it warm straight from the oven or chilled for a refreshing snack – either way, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- Zest and juice of 1 small lemon
- 1/2 cup almond flour or gluten-free flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Gently fold in almond flour and baking powder until just mixed.
- Carefully incorporate raspberries, taking care not to break them apart too much.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until edges are set and top is lightly golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing; serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg