Recipe: Tropical High Protein Cottage Cheese Bowl with Jackfruit Chips

If you're looking for a high-protein and fiber-filled snack or breakfast that feels indulgent, but hits your macros, it’s right here. You can whip up this tasty, nutrition-packed meal in under five minutes flat. 

This tropical-inspired cottage cheese bowl is sweet, crunchy, creamy, and loaded with nutrients. And yes, we’re putting jackfruit chips on cottage cheese because what aren’t we putting on cottage cheese right now?

The Combo You Never Knew You Needed

Yes, we all know cottage cheese is the popular kid in school right now thanks to its high protein content and affordable price. If you’re not onboard, it’s time to give it a try. But let’s be honest, it’s not the most delicious choice on its own. That’s where jackfruit chips save the day.

Naturally sweet and crispy, jackfruit chips bring tropical flavor and crunch without added sugar. Paired with cottage cheese and a few toppings of your choice, they take cottage cheese from a 5 to a 10.

Ingredients (1 serving)

• 3/4 to 1 cup cottage cheese (look for at least 13g protein per serving)
  
  

• 1 handful crushed jackfruit chips
  
  

• 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
  
  

• 1 tbsp chopped almonds or cashews
  
  

• 1 tsp chia or hemp seeds
  
  

• Optional: diced mango, pineapple, or papaya
  
  

• Optional: drizzle of honey or maple syrup
  
  

For a protein boost:

• Stir in ½ scoop of vanilla protein powder
  
  

How to Make It

1. Scoop your cottage cheese into a bowl.
   
   

2. Mix in protein powder, if using.
   
   

3. Top with crushed jackfruit chips, coconut, nuts, and seeds.
   
   

4. Add a handful of diced tropical fruit, if desired.
   
   

5. Finish with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup for a touch of sweetness.