Smoothies are great. Perfect for breakfast or after workouts, this protein packed Apple Cottage Cheese Smoothie is one of my favourites.
I don’t know about you, but I happen to LOVE smoothies. For me they are awesome for breakfast since I am not really a breakfast person. If I can blend something up and take it with me to my computer that is perfect. I love the fact you can pack so much nutrition into a drink.
Let’s face it most people are interested in nutrition. I know we ALL love the desserts, spectacular dinners, cheese, wine, bread. You know the list goes on and on…after all we are “foodies”. At some point along the way we really have to make sure we are getting proper nutrition, and what better way than from wholesome food.
This smoothie is packed with just that….nutrition in a glass. How awesome is that!! Who says healthy can’t be tasty?
One of the things I love making for lunch is a little creation of cottage cheese, apples, coconut and cranberries. I just layer it in a bowl and dig in. I thought why not make this into a smoothie, so I created this wonderful Apple Cottage Cheese Smoothie.
Nutrition is not difficult, and there are so many wonderful foods that help you stay on track. This smoothie is packed with some awesome ingredients.
We all know the goodness in apples. Filled with fibre, vitamins and antioxidants they are a powerhouse on their own. Cottage cheese contains protein, calcium and loads of vitamins and minerals. Hemp hearts speak for themselves with all the goodness they bring packed with protein and omegas.
Throw in some cranberries, shredded coconut and sweeten with natural agave nectar, you have yourself a highly nutritious and delicious smoothie.
Looking for a simple way to get more nutrition into your day…this Apple Cottage Cheese Smoothie is it. Healthy and yummy!
For another nutritious and super easy breakfast idea try my B & B Sunrise.
Apple Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tsp agave nectar
- 1 apple peel on
- 1 tbsp shredded coconut
- 1 tbsp hemp hearts
- 2 tbsp dried cranberries
- 1 cup ice
Instructions
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Wash apple, cut and core.
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Place all ingredients into blender (in order of ingredients listed).
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Blend until smooth.
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Enjoy!!
Recipe Notes
Prefect for breakfast, lunch or after a workout.
I have never thought of adding cottage cheese to my smoothie. Such a cool Idea..! Sounds so delicious and so smooth.! Cant’ wait to try.
It really works well and is so nutritious.
Yum! I bet the cottage cheese gives this a nice tang! I’ll have to try this!
Yes it really does add a nice flavour for sure.
I’ve never thought about adding cottage cheese to my smoothies, I can’t wait to try!
It really works well and is so nutritious.
I’ve never thought to use cottage cheese in a smoothie – what a great way to add protein. What are hemp hearts?
Have you never heard of hemp hearts? They are so nutritious. Check out the link in the post. They are considered a “superfood”.
I bet it gives it a nice texture
It’s a great smoothie recipe.
I have never had a smoothie with cottage cheese. Try at this.
Works the same as yogurt really.
This looks delicious and so much healthier than the drinks I drink now. I’m definitely going to try it!
It is nutritious and delicious!!
I have to be careful with the dairy I consume but I would imagine this tastes fantastic> Darn lactose issues here.
I do think there is lactose free cottage cheese.
I would have literally never thought to put those two together. Looks interesting
We really enjoy it!!
I love smoothies! I can’t wait to use cottage cheese. This definitely sounds interesting.
Thanks hope you give it a try.
this sounds so good except I would have to sub out the cottage cheese. But I bet I could use something else and it be just as good.
You could use yogurt and it would work just as well.
I would have never thought of using cottage cheese in my smoothie! I bet it is nice and creamy!
Yes it really is!!
This sounds delicious! I have used cottage cheese before in baking but never thought to use it in a smoothie.
I imagine it tastes similar to yogurt.
Yes very similar!!
My husband loves cottage cheese and eats it for breakfast all the time. This would be a good way to switch it up if he gets bored.
For sure….it’s great!!
I love smoothies, but I would probably never think to add cottage cheese. This definitely sounds interesting.
It totally works.
I never thought of putting cottage cheese in a smoothie. Such a great way to get more protein!
Yes it truly is.
This is a new smoothie for me, I will be giving this a try!
At first glance this didn’t sound very appetizing but after reading through your post I’m going to try this recipe out. I like cottage cheese, apples, and smoothies so why not put all three together. Plus I have to get to eating healthier and this seems like something to help with that goal.
It tastes great…hope you give it a try.
Smoothies are my go to for feeding my kids healthy with no fight. I’ve never put cottage cheese in a smoothie before! Great idea!
Thanks it works really well.
That smoothie sounds fantastic! What a great breakfast idea this is!
Thanks…we really enjoy it.
We add cottage cheese to our smoothies too! Great way to really get a nice smoothie plus some extra protein.
That’s awesome…it works really well don’t you agree?
I’ve never thought to put cottage cheese in a smoothie. Sounds worth a try to me.
Lots of protein that’s for sure.
Smoothies help me be a breakfast person. I never thought about using cottage cheese as one of my ingredients, but it seems like it is worth trying.
It works really well…lots of protein.
I love smoothies and this one sounds sooo good!. Love how healthy it is!
Yes it is healthy and nutritious!!
Smoothies are the best! I would never have thought of cottage cheese but I am ready to try it!
It works really well and is full of protein.
This looks delicious. I’ve been using Agave much more as a sweetener. But Hemp Hearts??? Where do you find them?
There is a link on my site from Amazon…check health food stores or the organic sections of super markets.
I have never considered putting cottage cheese in a smoothie. What a great idea@ It looks awesome.
It totally works!!
Oh my I finally tries this and it was SO good. Thank you for introducing me to this recipe.
Oh so glad you liked it…thanks for letting me know.
Ok I may be a wee bit addicted to this smoothie. Thanks again for the recipe.
You are very welcome…so glad you like it.
I love smoothies and this one sounds delicious. Love getting so much nutrition in one serving!
Yes that is the great thing about smoothies.
I make a lot of smoothies, and my kids love to have them for breakfast. This is one I have not made yet, thanks for the recipe!
You are welcome…hope you enjoy it.
I drink smoothies a lot, so I can’t wait to try this one. It sounds delish!
Hope you enjoy it!!
Yum! Smoothies are my favourite. I make at least one a day. This one looks like a good flavour combination.
Thanks…we really enjoy it!!
I’m always looking for great smoothie recipes and this one uses agave! So excited to try it. Thanks for sharing!
You are very welcome…ENJOY!
Yum!! This smoothie sounds absolutely divine right now!!
It really is a good one for sure.
What a great and innovative idea to put cottage cheese in a smoothie, like you, I love smoothies too!
Cottage cheese works great in this.
I’ve never thought about putting cottage cheese in a smoothie – such a great idea. I need to try this one!
Sure hope you do…and enjoy!!
You are spot on when you say how delicious and nutritious this recipe is. Just reading the ingredient list speaks for itself. Although, I would be avoiding the agave nectar completely. With over 90% fructose in the composition, believe it or not it is worse than refined sugar for your liver.
Not going in to a sugar rant here though. 🙂
I am pinning this to make later on. Smoothies happen to be one of my favourite breakfasts too. 🙂
Well you can sub in honey for the agave, or even dates if you prefer. Thanks so much for stopping by and commenting.
This smoothie sounds so yummy, and that is a lot coming from someone who doesn’t even like cottage cheese! Thanks for the awesome recipe!
Well if you try this you might just like it!!
Ive never tried Cottage cheese in my smoothies… that’s really interesting! 🙂 Definitely need to give it a go for my morning smoothies 🙂
Hope you enjoy it!!
I would have never thought about adding cottage cheese to a smoothie! It looks great.
It’s so nutritious and delicious.
Now this looks so yummy, I love smoothies I will have to try this!
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Smoothies are so great. Enjoy!!
This is such a unique idea using cottage cheese in a smoothie! I love pairing of dairy (cottage cheese, ricotta, farmers cheese) with apple, so I am sure this smoothie is delicious!
Thanks Julia!!
This smoothie looks so delicious! Never tried cottage cheese in smoothies, so I’ve got to try this!
Hope you do….it works really well.
I absolutely love smoothies but have never thought of using cottage cheese in them before. Will be trying this for sure.
It works great!!
It sounds so good! I’ve been looking for new smoothie recipes, thank you so much for sharing it!
Enjoy!!
Cranberries and coconut you say? Oh yes please, that does sound delicious.
Delicious and nutritious!!
I really like the flavor cranberries add to my morning smoothie. I will try adding coconut next time.
This is a great smoothie.
I never would have thought to toss in some cottage cheese whilst making smoothies? We always use yogurt. Great idea!
Thanks!! Give it a try.
What a clever idea. I would have never thought to use cottage cheese in a smoothie.
It really works well..hope you try it.
Clever! I love smoothies but never would have thought to put cottage cheese in one. Sounds delish!
Lots of protein and calcium….delicious.
I never heard of anyone using cottage cheese to make a smoothie to drink before. You really can learn something new everyday if you try.
That is so true….never a shortage of new things to try.
I’ve never thought of adding cottage cheese to a smoothie before! But I do love it! Such a great idea! Looks delish!
Enjoy!!
OMg I’m with Lois here never heard of adding cottage cheese to a smoothie but dang it looks good. I am so trying this just for the fact it looks amazing.
It really is good….full of protein and calcium.
I would have never thought of adding cottage cheese to a smoothie. I bet it tastes good!
It works awesome!!
Wow, I never heard of adding cottage cheese to a smoothie before! I will definitely try this one!
It works just like milk or yogurt.
I love smoothies, especially after a work out! I never thought to put cottage cheese into one. Fun idea!
Yeah something a little different….and protein packed.
I discovered a love of cottage cheese last year but have never tried it in a smoothie! What a unique idea 🙂
Yes it works really well. Full of protein and calcium.
I have never seen a smoothie made with cottage cheese before!
It’s great…replaces milk or yogurt.
I am a big fan of smoothies for breakfast. This one sounds mighty tasty!
I love smoothies for breakfast too.