Moist, tender, and bursting with fresh blueberries, this Blueberry Cottage Cheese Loaf is the low carb bake you'll want on repeat.
Made with almond flour and real cottage cheese, it has a rich, buttery crumb with bright lemon flavor in every bite. Simple ingredients, no refined flour, and a texture that'll surprise you. Just a really good loaf.
A Quick Look at the Recipe
✅ Recipe Name: Blueberry Cottage Cheese Loaf
🕒 Ready In: 65 minutes
👪 Serves: 10 servings
🍽 Calories: 232 | Protein: 8g | Carbs: 7g | Sugar: 3g | Fat: 20g
🥣 Main Ingredients: Blueberries, cottage cheese, almond flour
📖 Dietary Info: low carb, gluten-free, diabetic friendly
👌 Difficulty: Easy, hand whisk and blend ingredients.
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If you love using cottage cheese, you're in the right place. Try my Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins, Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pancakes, Cottage Cheese Chocolate Protein Mug Cake, High Protein Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse, Low Carb Bagels Made with Cottage Cheese, and 2 Ingredient Cottage Cheese Wraps for more easy, high protein recipes using this humble ingredient.
You might also like this Diabetic Chocolate Birthday Cake that also uses cottage cheese or this Low Carb Blueberry Cottage Cheese Ice Cream.
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- A Quick Look at the Recipe
- Why you'll love this cottage cheese loaf
- Is This Cottage Cheese Loaf Low Carb and Diabetic Friendly?
- Ingredients for Blueberry Cottage Cheese Loaf
- Step by step instructions
- How to make a blueberry cottage cheese loaf?
- Recipe Tips
- Variations and Substitutions
- Storage
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Other low carb dessert recipes
- Recipe Card
Why you'll love this cottage cheese loaf
- This cottage cheese loaf recipe with almond flour bakes up with a rich, buttery crumb and a tender, moist texture that is hard to beat.
- Fresh blueberries and bright lemon zest make this blueberry cottage cheese loaf feel like something from a bakery, without any refined flour or sugar.
- Cottage cheese melts completely into the batter, adding moisture and protein without changing the flavor at all.
- This is a low-carb cottage cheese loaf that actually tastes like the real thing, not like a compromise.
- At 8g protein and 7g carbs per slice, this almond flour cottage cheese loaf is a low carb bake worth making on repeat.
Is This Cottage Cheese Loaf Low Carb and Diabetic Friendly?
This low carb cottage cheese loaf checks every box. Here is why it works:
- Almond flour is naturally low glycemic, grain-free, and high in healthy fat, making it the ideal base for this almond flour cottage cheese loaf.
- Cottage cheese adds protein and moisture to every slice without the carbs that come with traditional flour-based loaves.
- No refined sugar. A sugar-free sweetener keeps this diabetic friendly cottage cheese cake low in carbs without sacrificing flavor.
- Blueberries are one of the lowest-sugar fruits you can bake with, making them a perfect fit for a cottage cheese loaf recipe with almond flour.
- The result is a blueberry protein loaf that fits comfortably into low carb and diabetic friendly eating patterns.
- You might also enjoy this Low Carb Blueberry Cottage Cheese Pudding for another diabetic friendly treat.
Ingredients for Blueberry Cottage Cheese Loaf
Everything you need for this cottage cheese loaf recipe is simple, wholesome, and easy to find.
- Almond flour: gives a moist, tender crumb that wheat flour simply cannot replicate.
- Sweetener: erythritol, monk fruit, and allulose all work well. Avoid liquid sweeteners as they add too much moisture. (See our Low Carb Sweetener Guide if you are not sure which to use.)
- Baking powder and salt: gives the loaf its lift and balances the sweetness.
- Cottage cheese: the star of this low carb cottage cheese loaf. Melts into the batter completely, adding moisture and protein with no detectable flavour. Full-fat only.
- Eggs and butter: eggs bind and structure the loaf, butter adds that rich bakery-style flavour. Room temperature for both.
- Vanilla and lemon zest: don't skip the zest. It brightens the whole loaf and makes the blueberries pop.
- Fresh blueberries: fresh is best for this blueberry protein loaf. Frozen works if thawed and patted completely dry.
* See the recipe card for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.
Step by step instructions
How to make a blueberry cottage cheese loaf?
Making this almond flour cottage cheese loaf is straightforward. Here is what to expect:
- Step 1: Prep
- Step 2: Combine
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper. Whisk your dry ingredients together in one bowl, then blend your wet ingredients separately until smooth.
STEP 2: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until well combined. Gently fold in your frozen, almond flour-coated blueberries.
- Step 3: Bake
- Step 4: Cool
STEP 3: Transfer the batter to your prepared pan and smooth the top. Add the remaining blueberries on top and bake for 50 to 55 minutes.
STEP 4: Remove from the oven and test with a toothpick. It should come out clean. Let the loaf cool completely in the pan before removing. This step matters; do not rush it.
Recipe Tips
A few simple things make the difference between a good low carb cottage cheese loaf and a great one.
- Use room temperature eggs. Cold eggs don't incorporate as well and can affect the rise.
- Don't overmix. Once the wet and dry ingredients come together, stop. Overworking an almond flour cottage cheese loaf batter makes it gummy and dense.
- Use full-fat cottage cheese. Low-fat versions carry too much water.
- Know when it's done. A toothpick inserted in the centre should come out clean.
- Cool completely before slicing. This is non-negotiable with almond flour bread. The loaf continues to set as it cools. Rushing this step is the most common low carb loaf mistake.
Variations and Substitutions
One of the best things about this cottage cheese loaf recipe is how flexible it is. Here are the swaps that work:
- Dairy-free: Swap the cottage cheese for dairy-free ricotta. Texture will be slightly different but still a great dairy-free almond flour loaf.
- Butter: Melted coconut oil works 1:1. It adds a very subtle coconut flavour that pairs nicely with the blueberries.
- Blueberries: Raspberries, diced strawberries, or sugar-free chocolate chips all work beautifully in this keto blueberry loaf. Keep the quantity the same.
- Add-ins: Fold in a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch, sprinkle in some poppy seeds, or swirl in a little softened cream cheese before baking.
Storage
- Counter: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Best in a cool spot away from direct sunlight.
- Fridge: The best option for this almond flour cottage cheese loaf. Keeps fresh for up to 5 days and the texture actually improves overnight.
- Freezer: Slice first, wrap each slice individually, and freeze for up to 3 months. This is the best way to freeze almond flour bread without it drying out.
- Reheating: Microwave a slice for 30 seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can, but it is not recommended. Low-fat cottage cheese carries more water, which can make your almond flour cottage cheese loaf dense and heavy. Full-fat gives you the best texture every time.
This low carb cottage cheese loaf is made with almond flour, a sugar-free sweetener, and fresh blueberries, one of the lowest-sugar fruits you can bake with. At 7g carbs and 3g fiber per slice it is a far lower carb option than traditional baked goods. As always, check with your healthcare provider about what works best for your individual needs.
Fresh blueberries are best for this almond flour cottage cheese loaf. If using frozen, thaw completely and pat dry first. Either way, freeze your blueberries for at least one hour before baking and toss them in a little almond flour before folding them in. This stops them from bleeding into the batter and turning your low carb cottage cheese loaf purple.
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Recipe Card
Blueberry Cottage Cheese Loaf
RECIPE VIDEO
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- ¾ cups powdered sweetener sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup fresh blueberries freeze for 1 hour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk together almond flour, sweetener, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, eggs, unsalted butter, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until well combined.
- Fold in ¾ cup of the frozen fresh blueberries.
- Transfer batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Top with the remaining blueberries.
- Bake for 50 to 55 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
- Cool completely in the pan before slicing.
Notes
- Blueberry tip: Freeze your blueberries for at least one hour before baking and toss in a little almond flour before folding in. This stops them from bleeding into the batter and turning your loaf purple.
- Cooling note: Do not rush the cooling step. Almond flour loaves continue to set as they cool. Slice too early and the inside will look gummy even if fully baked.
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Oscar Chimenti says
I make this on repeat. So moist, so good, and I always have a slice in the freezer. Honestly my favourite low carb bake.