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Cottage Cheese Peaches Honey Bowl

Cottage Cheese Peaches Honey

A quick, high-protein breakfast or snack featuring warm, caramelized peaches over cool, creamy whipped cottage cheese. This delightful dish balances textures and temperatures and is ready in about 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 7 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 482
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g full-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 large ripe but firm peaches halved and stone removed
  • 1 tbsp runny honey plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • A tiny pinch of sea salt flakes
  • 50 g walnuts roughly chopped and toasted
  • A few fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
  • 1 tbsp whole milk or single cream optional, to help whip the cheese
  • Genuine Flavour: The taste is a delightful balance of textures and temperatures. The warm soft peaches with their faint char marks melt into the cool, whipped cottage cheese, which has a consistency similar to Greek yoghurt but with its own unique, savoury tang.
  • Ready in 15 Minutes: From start to finish this nourishing meal or snack comes together in about 15 minutes, making it a brilliant option for busy mornings or when you need a satisfying bite without much fuss.
  • Flexible Recipe: You can easily adapt this to your liking. Swap the peaches for nectarines or even plums when they're in season. Try pecans instead of walnuts or add a sprinkle of chia seeds for extra texture and nutrients.
  • Great for A Healthy Breakfast: This is my go-to when I want a high-protein breakfast that feels like a treat. It's substantial enough to power you through the morning but light enough that you don't feel weighed down.
  • Family Tested: My husband who's usually picky about cottage cheese, asked for seconds! The creamy texture and sweet fruit completely won him over. It's a recipe that always gets compliments.

Method
 

  1. Whip the Cottage Cheese: Place the 300g of cottage cheese, 1 tablespoon of honey, and the pinch of sea salt into a small food processor or blender. Blend for 30-60 seconds, until the cheese is completely smooth and creamy. If it seems too thick, add a tablespoon of milk or cream to help it along. Scrape down the sides once or twice to ensure everything is combined. Set aside.
  2. Toast the Walnuts: Place the chopped walnuts in a small, dry frying pan over a medium heat. Toast for 2-3 minutes, tossing frequently, until they are fragrant and slightly darkened. Be watchful, as they can burn quickly. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Pan: Place a griddle pan or a heavy-based frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add the tablespoon of butter and let it melt until it starts to foam.
  4. Season the Peaches: While the pan heats, slice each peach half into 3-4 wedges. In a small bowl, toss the peach wedges with the 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon until they are lightly coated.
  5. Griddle the Peaches: Carefully place the peach wedges onto the hot griddle pan in a single layer, cut-side down. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side. I find that this is just enough time to get those lovely char marks and for the peaches to soften without turning to mush. They should be tender and beautifully caramelised.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: Divide the whipped cottage cheese between two bowls. Arrange the warm griddled peach wedges on top of the cheese.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the toasted walnuts over the peaches. Finish with a generous drizzle of extra runny honey and a few fresh mint leaves for a touch of freshness. Serve immediately while the peaches are still warm.

Notes

Feel free to swap peaches for nectarines or plums. Pecans can be used instead of walnuts, and a sprinkle of chia seeds adds extra texture.