Baked Cottage Cheese with Cherry & Cinnamon
38 minVegetarianMediterraneanLuteal phaseBetter sleepBone densityOvenMeal prep friendly
Servings:
2
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Ingredients
- —Cottage cheese (5%) — 250 g
- —Egg — 1
- —Pitted cherries, fresh or frozen (tart/Montmorency if available) — 80 g
- —Honey — 1 tbsp
- —Ground cinnamon — ½ tsp
- —Vanilla extract
- —Baking powder — ½ tsp
Allergens
Contains dairyContains eggs
Method
- 01Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- 02Mix the cottage cheese, egg, honey, cinnamon and vanilla until smooth.
- 03Gently fold in the cherries.
- 04Transfer to a baking dish.
- 05Bake for 25–30 minutes until lightly golden on top.
- 06Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Why this works
Cottage cheese provides protein and calcium, along with tryptophan — the amino acid the body uses to build serotonin and melatonin. Cherries (especially tart varieties) are one of the few natural dietary sources of melatonin. Calcium supports long-term bone health, increasingly important as women approach menopause.
Meal Prep Tips
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Portion into individual servings before storing to make grab-and-go mornings easier.
Reheating: Enjoy cold straight from the fridge, or warm gently in the microwave for 20–30 seconds — avoid overheating, as the eggs in the mixture can turn rubbery if reheated too long.
Pairing: Pairs well with a spoonful of Greek yogurt, a few extra cherries, or a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.
Nutrition (per serving)
290
kcal
22g
protein
9g
fat
30g
carbs
2g
fiber
Always check product labels for allergens.