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Perfect High-Protein Cottage Cheese Snack Cups in 5 Minutes

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Quick, creamy, and customizable cottage cheese snack cups that come together in just 5 minutes. Perfect for a high-protein breakfast, post-workout refuel, or satisfying snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240g) small curd, whole milk cottage cheese (recommended: Good Culture or Daisy)
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt (about 1/8 teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (a few cracks, for savory version)
  • 1 teaspoon everything bagel seasoning (for savory)
  • 3–4 cherry tomatoes, halved (for savory)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives or scallions, finely chopped (for savory)
  • 2–3 thin cucumber slices, quartered (for savory)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted pumpkin seeds (for savory)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries) (for sweet)
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (for sweet)
  • 2 tablespoons low-sugar granola (for sweet)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (for sweet)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes (for sweet)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your cottage cheese: Open the tub and give it a good stir to reincorporate any separated liquid.
  2. Portion the base: Spoon about 1/2 cup (120g) of cottage cheese into each small bowl or jar. Let it settle naturally.
  3. Season the base: Sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt over the top. For savory, add a few cracks of black pepper. For sweet, skip the pepper but still add a tiny pinch of salt.
  4. Add your toppings: For a savory cup, add halved cherry tomatoes, everything bagel seasoning, and fresh chives. For a sweet version, layer in fresh berries, a drizzle of honey, and toasted coconut flakes. Distribute toppings evenly.
  5. Finish with crunch: Add crunchy elements last to keep them from getting soggy. For savory, add pumpkin seeds or extra everything seasoning. For sweet, add granola or toasted nuts.
  6. Serve immediately or prep ahead: Best eaten right away for maximum crunch. For meal prep, store the cottage cheese base and toppings separately and assemble when ready to eat.

Notes

For best texture, let cottage cheese sit out for 5-10 minutes before assembling. Toast seeds and nuts in a dry pan for 2 minutes to enhance flavor. Store cottage cheese base in fridge for up to 3 days; keep crunchy toppings separate until serving.

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