11 Cottage Cheese Breakfast Recipes Full of Protein

November 4, 2025

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Starting the day with a protein-rich breakfast has several benefits: It helps keep blood sugar balanced, supports muscle building, helps you feel full, and more. Trendy cottage cheese is great to have around in the morning because it’s rich in protein and it’s so versatile — it fits in sweet and savory dishes, it’s delicious on its own or as an ingredient in recipes, and it’s readily available at any supermarket. We’ve gathered 10 cottage cheese breakfast ideas to satisfy whatever you crave in the morning.

Is it Good to Eat Cottage Cheese for Breakfast?

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Building your breakfast around cottage cheese is a good idea for a few reasons:

It’s rich in protein
It’s low in carbs, so it won’t cause a blood sugar spike
It’s simple and convenient
You can use it in a variety of ways

You Asked: What to Eat with Cottage Cheese in the Morning?

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Along with the recipes below, here are a few ways to enjoy cottage cheese for breakfast:

With chopped fresh fruit such as berries, peaches, pears, or apples. Add a dash of cinnamon or another spice, and some chopped nuts, if you like
Make it savory, with chopped cucumber and black olives, with a drizzle of olive oil and some black pepper. Top it with a chopped hard-boiled egg for even more protein
Make it tropical, with pineapple or mango, toasted coconut, and a dash of ground ginger

Here are more cottage cheese breakfast ideas to fuel your mornings.

1. Cottage Cheese Toast

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Whether you’re in the mood for a sweet or savory breakfast, there’s a cottage cheese toast recipe for you. Start with whole-grain or sourdough bread, spread on some cottage cheese, then add smoked salmon and dill, or banana and peanut butter, or any other combo you like. And with six options, there’s a flavor for everyone.

Try this recipe from Clean & Delicious.

2. Protein Waffles

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Who knew that simple ingredients like oats, cottage cheese, and eggs could result in a plateful of indulgent waffles? Top them with nut butter or a drizzle of Greek yogurt mixed with vanilla for even more protein, and berries for added fiber.

Try this recipe from Skinnytaste.

3. Savory Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins

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Think muffins, but instead of fruit or cinnamon, they have turkey sausage and cheddar (and, of course, cottage cheese), with just a touch of maple syrup for balance. We’d use white whole wheat flour in place of the all-purpose.

Try this recipe by Nourished By Nic.

4. Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl

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This protein-packed rainbow cottage cheese breakfast bowl is full of fresh fruit and crunchy granola, so every bite is full of flavor. Plus, you can make it with any fruit you have on hand, so every day you can make it look (and taste) different.

Try this recipe from Ambitious Kitchen.

5. Apple Cottage Cheese Overnight Oats

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Adding cottage cheese to your overnight oats seriously ups the protein, so it’s even more satisfying. The apple pie-inspired twist makes it a comforting and filling breakfast. Plus, it’s a make-ahead meal, so you can just grab it and go.

Try this recipe from Bucket List Tummy.

6. Cottage Cheese Pancakes

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Pancakes don’t have to be a sugar-spiking carb bomb, thanks to the sneaky addition of cottage cheese. These fluffy flapjacks are even more delicious (and rich in protein) with a drizzle of nut butter or a dollop of Greek yogurt on top, along with berries for sweetness and fiber.

Try this recipe from Feel Good Foodie.

7. Cottage Cheese Scrambled Eggs

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Start with one protein-rich ingredient — eggs — and stir in cottage cheese, and you’ll be full straight through to lunch. The cottage cheese makes the eggs extra creamy, too. Stir in some veggies for fiber, if you like. Pro tip: If the cottage cheese is watery, strain out some of the liquid before adding it to the eggs.

Try this recipe from A Couple Cooks.

8. Blender Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Muffins

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Peanut butter, bananas, and chocolate chips are a classic combo, and for good reason: They’re perfectly delicious together. Enjoy this combo in muffin form, and still sail through your morning like a champ, thanks to the addition of cottage cheese in the batter. Bonus: They freeze well, so you can save some for the future you.

Try this recipe from Half-Baked Harvest.

9. Cottage Cheese Banana Bread

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Speaking of bananas, this bread makes a tasty and filling addition to your breakfast or an indulgent snack. It’s gluten-free, low in sugar, and every slice has 11 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber. Have a slice on the way to work, or en route to the gym to power your workout.

Try this recipe from Rachl Mansfield.

10. Cottage Cheese Egg and Veggie Muffins

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Egg bites are one of the best ways to have a protein-rich breakfast on the go. These are full of spinach and bell peppers for added nutrients, and cottage cheese for more protein. Stir in some oregano or basil to up the flavor even more, if you like.

Try this recipe from Mel’s Kitchen Café

11. Cottage Cheese Bagels

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There’s nothing like a warm bagel with your favorite spread in the morning. And now you can easily make them with just a few ingredients, including cottage cheese, flour, baking powder, and an egg. Top with Everything Bagel seasoning and add avocado spread for a hearty meal.

Try this recipe from Skinnytaste.