Description
The Hummingbird Cake Cottage Cheese Bowl is a high-protein, no-bake breakfast or snack inspired by the classic Southern dessert. It blends the tropical flavors of banana, pineapple, and cinnamon with creamy cottage cheese, topped with crunchy nuts and optional coconut or granola for a satisfying and nutritious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/4 cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
- Granola or chia seeds for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix cottage cheese, mashed banana, crushed pineapple, cinnamon, vanilla, and maple syrup or honey (if using) until well combined.
- Spoon mixture into a serving bowl.
- Top with chopped nuts, shredded coconut, and optional granola or chia seeds.
- Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 day.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese before mixing for a more yogurt-like consistency.
- Use fresh pineapple or canned in juice for a lighter version.
- Add a scoop of protein powder for an extra protein boost.
- This bowl makes a great meal prep breakfast — just add toppings before eating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: hummingbird cake bowl, cottage cheese breakfast, high protein snack, pineapple banana bowl, tropical healthy recipe, no-bake breakfast