Moist Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bread Recipe (Print Version)
Enjoy a slice of moist blueberry bread, enriched with cottage cheese for a tender crumb and protein boost. A delightful breakfast or snack.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 50 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 70 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ The Creamy Core
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1 and 1/2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup neutral oil (such as canola or vegetable)
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ The Dry Essentials
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Blueberry Burst & Zesty Brightness
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1 and 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)
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1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1 medium lemon)
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan, or line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the long sides. This preparation ensures your Moist Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bread bakes evenly and releases easily.
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In a large bowl, whisk together 1 and 1/2 cups full-fat cottage cheese, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup neutral oil, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract until well combined and relatively smooth. A few small cottage cheese curds are fine.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt. Ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed for consistent leavening in your bread.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few streaks of flour are acceptable. Overmixing can lead to a tough Moist Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bread.
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Gently fold in 1 and 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen) and 1 tablespoon lemon zest. Distribute them evenly throughout the batter. The lemon zest brightens the flavor of this delightful bread.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown.
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Let the Moist Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before carefully transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slicing while warm is tempting, but cooling fully ensures the best texture.
# Notes:
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For a slightly different texture, you can use low-fat cottage cheese, but full-fat provides the best moisture and richness.
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Store leftover bread tightly wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It also freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.
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This bread is wonderful on its own, but also delicious toasted with a pat of butter, a dollop of cream cheese, or a drizzle of honey.
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For an extra burst of lemon flavor, consider adding a simple lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice once the bread is completely cool.
# Tools You'll Need:
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9x5 inch loaf pan
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large mixing bowl
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medium mixing bowl
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whisk
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rubber spatula
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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oven
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 245 kcal
Total Fat: 8 g
Total Carbohydrate: 33 g
Protein: 8 g