Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bread
Based on the image, this appears to be a moist Blueberry Cottage Cheese Quick Bread made with cottage cheese, eggs, flour, and fresh blueberries.
Yield: 1 loaf (10 slices)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 50–60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1½ cups (340 g) cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup (120 ml) milk
- â…“ cup (75 g) melted butter (or neutral oil)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Fruit
- 1½ cups fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon flour (for coating the berries)
Optional Topping
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (omit if nut-free)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Cottage cheese
- Eggs
- Milk
- Melted butter
- Vanilla
- Sugar
Mix until smooth.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients
In another bowl combine:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
4. Make the Batter
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
Mix only until no dry flour remains.
Do not overmix.
5. Add Blueberries
Toss blueberries with 1 tablespoon flour.
Fold gently into the batter.
6. Fill the Pan
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
Scatter a few extra blueberries on top.
Sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
7. Bake
Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until:
- Golden brown
- Toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs
- Internal temperature reaches about 200°F (93°C)
8. Cool
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Transfer to a wire rack.
Cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Information (Approximate Per Slice)
Makes 10 slices.
- Calories: 245
- Protein: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Sugar: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 72 mg
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Potassium: 135 mg
- Calcium: 95 mg
- Iron: 1.4 mg
Nutrition values are estimates and will vary with ingredient brands and serving size.
Recipe Tips
- Coat blueberries in flour to keep them from sinking.
- Use room-temperature ingredients for a lighter loaf.
- Fresh blueberries hold their shape best, but frozen berries can be used without thawing.
- Cover the loaf loosely with foil during the last 15–20 minutes if it browns too quickly.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing to help it set.
Variations
- Add 1 teaspoon lemon zest for a bright citrus flavor.
- Replace blueberries with raspberries or chopped strawberries.
- Stir in ½ teaspoon cinnamon for a warm spice note.
- Add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch (omit for a nut-free loaf).
- Substitute plain Greek yogurt for cottage cheese for a slightly different texture.
Storage
Room Temperature:
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Refrigerator:
Keeps well for up to 5 days.
Freezer:
Wrap individual slices tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm briefly in the microwave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes. Add them straight from the freezer without thawing to prevent excess moisture.
Q: Do I have to blend the cottage cheese?
No. The curds soften during baking, but you can blend it first if you prefer a smoother texture.
Q: Why coat the blueberries with flour?
It helps suspend them in the batter so they don’t all sink to the bottom.
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes. Use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour that contains xanthan gum.
Q: Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes. You can reduce it to ½ cup if you prefer a less sweet loaf.
Q: Can I make muffins instead of a loaf?
Yes. Divide the batter among 12 muffin cups and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes.
Q: Does this recipe contain nuts?
No. The base recipe is nut-free. If you choose to add walnuts, pecans, or almonds as an optional topping, it will no longer be nut-free.
Q: Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?
Yes. Full-fat cottage cheese gives a richer, moister loaf, but low-fat works well too.
