Hey there, friends!
Looking for a quick and delicious breakfast idea? I’ve got you covered!
Today’s recipe is for cottage cheese hard-boiled egg toast.
It’s packed with protein and tastes incredible!
Perfect for a busy morning or when you need a snack that hits the spot.
Let’s dive into this tasty treat!
| Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Total Time | 20-30 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
Ingredients
For the base:
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese (full-fat recommended for creaminess)
- 1 slice bread (sprouted or your favorite variety)
For the almond butter and berry topping:
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1/4 cup berries (fresh or frozen and thawed)
For the peanut butter banana topping:
- a sprinkle cinnamon
- 1 tbsp peanut butter (natural or homemade)
- 1/3 banana, sliced
For the hard-boiled egg topping:
- 1/2 tsp everything bagel seasoning (I use Trader Joe’s brand)
- 1 hard-boiled egg, sliced (medium to large size)
For the avocado and red pepper flakes topping:
- 1/4 avocado, sliced
- a pinch flaky sea salt
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
For the optional smoked salmon topping:
- 1 tbsp red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp capers
- optional fresh dill sprigs
- 1-2 oz smoked salmon (cold smoked variety preferred)
For the optional tapenade and vegetable topping:
- sliced cucumbers
- 1 tbsp black olive tapenade (store-bought)
- a pinch flaky sea salt and ground black pepper
- sliced cherry tomatoes
Step 1: Toast the Bread
Begin by toasting a slice of sprouted grain bread or your preferred type of bread until it is lightly browned or to your desired level of doneness.
This will serve as the base for your toppings.
Step 2: Spread Cottage Cheese and Optional Base Layers
Once the bread is toasted, spread 1/4 cup of cottage cheese evenly over the bread.
If you prefer using nut butter or tapenade, spread those first on the toast before adding the cottage cheese to create a flavor base.
Step 3: Choose and Add Toppings
Choose one of the following topping combinations and add them on top of the cottage cheese:
Almond Butter & Berry
- Spread 1 tablespoon of almond butter over the cottage cheese.
- Add 1/4 cup of mixed berries (such as raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries) on top.
Peanut Butter Banana
- Spread 1 tablespoon of natural peanut butter over the cottage cheese.
- Top with 1/3 banana, sliced, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Hard Boiled Egg
- Top the cottage cheese with slices of 1 hard-boiled egg.
- Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of everything bagel seasoning.
Avocado & Red Pepper Flakes
- Add slices of 1/4 avocado on top of the cottage cheese.
- Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
Once all the toppings are in place, your toast is ready to be served.
Enjoy this delicious and nutritious open-faced sandwich.
Feel free to experiment with other favorite toppings to create your own unique combinations!
