Fresh Cottage Cheese Bowl with Strawberries Dark Chocolate Easy Healthy Breakfast Recipe
A quick and easy breakfast bowl combining creamy small-curd cottage cheese with fresh strawberries and bittersweet dark chocolate shavings, perfect for a nourishing start to your day.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (225g) small-curd cottage cheese, preferably whole milk
- 1 cup (about 150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 ounce (28g) dark chocolate, shaved or finely chopped (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped almonds or walnuts (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash, hull, and slice about 1 cup (150g) of fresh strawberries. If using frozen, thaw completely and drain excess liquid.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup (225g) small-curd cottage cheese with ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup if desired. Stir gently to blend.
- Fold the sliced strawberries into the cottage cheese gently to keep berries intact and evenly distributed.
- Using a vegetable peeler or grater, shave 1 ounce (28g) of dark chocolate into thin curls or flakes. Chill chocolate for 10 minutes beforehand if soft.
- Spoon the cottage cheese and strawberry mixture into a serving bowl. Sprinkle dark chocolate shavings evenly on top. Add chopped nuts and fresh mint leaves if using.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to let flavors meld and serve chilled.
Notes
Use small-curd cottage cheese for creamier texture. Chill chocolate before shaving to avoid crumbling. Fresh ripe strawberries provide best flavor. Optionally add honey or maple syrup for sweetness. Can substitute Greek yogurt for cottage cheese or use dairy-free alternatives for vegan version. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 24 hours; avoid freezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximatel
- Calories: 235
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 20
Keywords: cottage cheese bowl, strawberries, dark chocolate, healthy breakfast, easy breakfast, quick breakfast, low-carb, gluten-free, high-protein