Whipped Cinnamon Berry Cottage Cheese Bowl
Creamy whipped cottage cheese swirled with cinnamon, topped with fresh blueberries, crunchy sliced almonds, and nutrient-dense chia seeds.
Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Cindy + Lila
Cindy created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
Notice: focus + energy later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
0 min
Total
5 min
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Equipment
Food processor · Whisk · Mixing bowl
Time saver
You can prep the whipped base up to 3 days in advance and store it sealed in the refrigerator; add nuts and seeds right before serving to maintain crispness.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 2Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
- 3Read through the steps once before you begin
Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Add the cottage cheese and ground cinnamon…
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Add the cottage cheese and ground cinnamon…
Add the cottage cheese and ground cinnamon to a small bowl or mini food processor.
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Whip with a whisk or blend for…
Whip with a whisk or blend for 30 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
Look for: completely smooth and creamy
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Spoon the whipped cottage cheese into a…
Spoon the whipped cottage cheese into a small serving bowl.
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Top evenly with the blueberries
Top evenly with the blueberries, chia seeds, and almond slices.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Serve immediately
Serve immediately.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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