Mustard Free Gluten Free Peach Pecan Cottage Cheese Bowl
Sweet, juicy peaches and warm-spiced pecans over creamy cottage cheese — this bowl is the kind of effortless meal that feels far more indulgent than it actually is. The cottage cheese base delivers a satisfying protein punch while staying rich and luscious, making it work equally well as a quick breakfast or a light dessert. Toasting the pecans in a dry skillet with cinnamon and salt is a small step that pays off big, coaxing out a deep, nutty aroma that elevates the whole dish. A honey drizzle ties everything together, and the optional vanilla stirred right into that honey adds a subtle floral warmth that makes each bite feel a little special. For anyone navigating condiment-heavy cuisines where hidden ingredients can sneak into unexpected places, this recipe keeps things refreshingly straightforward — every component is whole and easy to verify. Ripe, fragrant peaches are the real star here, so this is a great one to make when stone fruit season is at its peak. It comes together in minutes and looks genuinely beautiful in the bowl.
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2 servings
- ½ cup pecan halves
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp fine salt
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 2 medium ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 2 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pecan halves and toast, stirring frequently, until fragrant and a shade darker, about 3–4 minutes. Watch closely, as they can burn quickly. Remove from heat and toss immediately with the cinnamon and salt.
- 2
Divide the cottage cheese evenly between two bowls.
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