Lemon Raspberry Cottage Cheese Bake (Printer-friendly)
Light tangy baked dish with creamy cottage cheese, lemon zest, and fresh raspberries, ideal for brunch or a healthy snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
02 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
03 - 3 large eggs
→ Sweeteners & Flavorings
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - Zest of 1 large lemon
06 - Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tbsp)
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
08 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Dry Ingredients
09 - 2 tbsp cornstarch
→ Fruit
10 - 1 cup fresh raspberries (plus extra for topping)
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch round or square baking dish and line with parchment paper if desired for easy removal.
02 - Combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until smooth, using an immersion blender for a creamier texture.
03 - Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure complete incorporation.
04 - Sprinkle the cornstarch into the mixture and stir until fully dissolved and no lumps remain.
05 - Gently fold in the fresh raspberries, taking care not to crush them.
06 - Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
07 - Bake for 38 to 42 minutes, until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden brown.
08 - Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.
09 - Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional fresh raspberries and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It manages to taste incredibly indulgent while actually being packed with protein from the cottage cheese and eggs
- The bright lemon and sweet raspberry combination feels like sunshine on a fork, whether for brunch or midnight snack attacks
02 -
- Blending the cottage cheese mixture until absolutely smooth is non-negotiable unless you want a gritty, disappointing texture
- This needs to chill completely before serving—the flavor intensifies and the texture transforms from wobbly to creamy
03 -
- Room temperature ingredients blend together much more smoothly, so pull everything out about 30 minutes before you start mixing
- If you are worried about the raspberries sinking, toss them in a teaspoon of cornstarch before folding them into the batter