Brazil Nut Free Cottage Cheese with Honey and Walnuts
Creamy, lightly sweet, and ready in minutes, this simple bowl punches well above its weight as a breakfast, snack, or even a light dessert. Full-fat cottage cheese brings a rich, pillowy base that pairs beautifully with the warm crunch of toasted walnuts — and that quick skillet toast is the small step that makes a genuinely big difference in flavor. A generous drizzle of honey ties everything together, while a pinch of flaky sea salt at the end adds just enough contrast to keep each bite interesting. For anyone navigating tree nut restrictions, walnuts are the only nut here, so there's no guesswork about hidden brazil nut traces lurking in a mixed-nut blend or store-bought topping. The ingredient list is short, honest, and completely in your control. It's the kind of recipe that feels indulgent without requiring much effort at all — just a skillet, two bowls, and about five minutes of your time.
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2 servings
- 1 ½ cups full-fat cottage cheese
- ⅓ cup walnut halves
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 pinch flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add the walnut halves and toast, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2–3 minutes. Watch closely, as they can brown quickly. Transfer to a plate to cool slightly.
- 2
Divide the cottage cheese evenly between two bowls. Scatter the toasted walnuts over each portion, then drizzle 1 tbsp honey over each bowl. Finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt, if using.