Cottage Cheese Pineapple Granola Bowl (Print)

A protein-packed morning bowl with creamy cottage cheese, sweet pineapple chunks, and crunchy granola topping ready in minutes.

# Components:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese

→ Fruit

02 - 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced

→ Grains

03 - 1/2 cup granola

→ Optional Toppings

04 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
05 - 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
06 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Divide cottage cheese evenly between two serving bowls.
02 - Top each bowl with diced fresh pineapple.
03 - Sprinkle granola over the pineapple and cottage cheese layers.
04 - Add chia seeds, shredded coconut, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.
05 - Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 10 minutes, which means you're not negotiating with your schedule just to eat something decent.
  • The protein keeps you satisfied through mid-morning without that heavy feeling that sometimes comes from traditional breakfast.
  • It works whether you're strict about what you eat or just looking for something that tastes indulgent but isn't.
02 -
  • Don't assemble this more than a few minutes before eating or your granola will start surrendering to the moisture and lose all its charm.
  • The quality of your cottage cheese matters more than you'd think—try a couple of brands and stick with what tastes best to you, because some have a sharper tang that actually improves this dish.
03 -
  • Toast your own granola the night before if you want something fresher and more tailored to your taste preferences.
  • Keep your cottage cheese in the coldest part of your fridge—eating it chilled against warm pineapple is part of what makes this work.
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