Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of creamy cottage cheese, juicy ripe pears, and a hint of honey on crispy toasted bread. This Pear and Cottage Cheese Toast is a refreshing yet satisfying dish that’s ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a late-night snack. With its delightful crunch and sweetness, this quick recipe transforms simple ingredients into a deliciously memorable experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp honey (or agave syrup for vegan option)
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Toast the bread until golden brown.
- In a bowl, scoop out the cottage cheese; mix in a splash of milk for creaminess if desired.
- Thinly slice the pear.
- Spread the cottage cheese generously over the toasted bread.
- Layer pear slices on top of the cottage cheese.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider topping with nuts like walnuts or almonds. Substitute pears with apples or berries for different flavor profiles. Assemble right before serving to maintain crispness.