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Breakfast always feels more fun when it looks like dessert — and this Banana Split Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl is proof. As soon as I spotted this idea in Hungry Girl Magazine (affiliate link) (Winter 2020), I knew I had to try it.
A scoop of creamy, protein-packed cottage cheese tops a base of sweet sliced banana. Fresh berries add natural sweetness and color, while granola and almonds give a satisfying crunch. Drizzled with a ribbon of honey, this bowl feels indulgent yet is light, nourishing, and keeps me satisfied for hours.
Table of Contents
- Why I Like Cottage Cheese and Fruit for Breakfast on WW
- Ingredients
- How To Make WW Cottage Cheese Breakfast Banana Split?
- Variations and Substitutions
- Recipe Notes
- How Many Calories and WW Points in this Banana Split Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl?
- Banana Split Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl Recipe
- Frequently Asked Questions
- More WW-Friendly Ways to Enjoy Cottage Cheese
Why I Like Cottage Cheese and Fruit for Breakfast on WW
Cottage cheese and fruit make such a simple, smart Weight Watchers breakfast. Here’s why I turn to it often:
- Protein-packed – Cottage cheese keeps me full longer and helps me stay energized.
- Low Points – Nonfat cottage cheese is a ZeroPoint food on the current WW program.
- Nutrient-rich – Fresh fruit adds vitamins, minerals, and natural sweetness.
- High in fiber – Fruit provides fiber, which helps with digestion and satisfaction.
- Flexible – I can mix and match fruits, nuts, or toppings so I never get bored.
- Fast & easy – Perfect for busy mornings when I don’t have much time.
Ingredients
I like to use these ingredients, but you can easily adjust amounts and toppings to suit your taste and Points:
- Honey – Just a drizzle for a touch of sweetness.
- Banana – Sliced lengthwise to form the “split.”
- Cottage cheese – Nonfat or low-fat, creamy and protein-rich.
- Fresh berries – Blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries.
- Granola – Adds crunch; I use a WW-friendly option.
- Sliced almonds – Or whatever nut I have on hand.
How To Make WW Cottage Cheese Breakfast Banana Split?
Step 1: Place the sliced banana on a plate or bowl.
Step 2: Top with cottage cheese, raspberries & blueberries.
Step 3: Sprinkle with granola and almonds
Step 4: Drizzle with honey and enjoy!
Variations and Substitutions
- Swap the base: Try Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese.
- Change the fruit: Strawberries, peaches, pineapple, apple, or pear all work well.
- Switch the crunch: Grapenuts, Cheerios, Special K, or Kashi cereal instead of granola.
- Mix up the nuts: Pecans, walnuts, cashews, or peanuts.
- Try a new drizzle: Maple syrup, agave, sugar-free chocolate or butterscotch syrup, or even nut butter.
- Fun extras: Mini chocolate chips, dried fruit, or freeze-dried fruit for added flavor.
Recipe Notes
This healthy breakfast couldn’t be simpler. I just arrange banana, cottage cheese, and toppings on a plate or in a bowl. I switch up the fruit depending on what’s in season or what I have on hand, and if I’m following WW closely I make sure to track the toppings.
How Many Calories and WW Points in this Banana Split Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl?
According to my calculations, each serving has 240 calories.
To see your WW Points for this recipe, track it in the WW App!
(You must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.)
6 PointsPlus (Old plan)
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Banana Split Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 banana, sliced in half lengthwise
- 1/3 cup lowfat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup raspberries
- 1 tablespoon granola (I substituted crushed Barbara's Morning Oat Crunch)
- 1-1/2 teaspoons sliced almonds
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Place the sliced banana on a plate or in a bowl.
- Top with the cottage cheese, raspberries and blueberries.
- Sprinkle with cereal and almonds.
- Drizzle with honey and enjoy.
Notes
(Must be logged into WW on a smartphone or tablet.) 3 SmartPoints (Green plan) 3 SmartPoints (Blue plan) 3 SmartPoints (Purple plan) 6 PointsPlus (Old plan) This recipe can be modified in dozens of different ways to suit your tastes, what’s in season and what you have on hand… No cottage cheese? Substitute your favorite yogurt Different fruit? Any fruit will work here: sliced strawberries, crushed or chunks of pineapple, chopped peaches, or apple would all be great Different cereal? Granola, grapenuts, cheerios, crushed Special K, Kashi Go lean, Chex, I used Barbara’s Morning Oat Cruch Different nuts? Any chopped nut would work: walnuts, cashews, pecans, almonds, peanuts or skip em Different syrup? Substitute your favorite sugar free syrup – chocolate, butterscotch, Additions: Chopped dried fruit, chopped freeze dried fruit, mini chocolate chips, mini marshmallows
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe source: Winter 2020 Hungry Girl Magazine (affiliate link)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead?
This bowl is best assembled just before eating so the granola stays crunchy. You can prep the fruit ahead and store it in the fridge to save time.
Can I use frozen fruit instead of fresh?
Yes! Just thaw and drain well so your bowl doesn’t get watery. Frozen berries work especially well.
What are the lowest-Point toppings?
Stick with fresh fruit and skip or reduce granola, honey, or nuts to keep Points lower. Sugar-free syrups are also a great swap.
Is this a good meal-prep breakfast?
Absolutely. Keep cottage cheese and toppings portioned in small containers and add the banana just before serving.
More WW-Friendly Ways to Enjoy Cottage Cheese
If you like this Banana Split Bowl, here are more easy healthy recipes featuring cottage cheese you will love:
- For another protein-packed breakfast, I love this Cherry Chocolate Protein Smoothie Bowl that combines cherries and chocolate for a sweet and satisfying start to the day.
- Indulge in this protein-packed Cherry Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese “Ice Cream,” a creamy, low-calorie dessert that satisfies your chocolate cravings. Made with simple ingredients, it’s quick to prepare and perfect for a guilt-free snack or a high-protein breakfast treat
- Light & Creamy Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse – A light, protein-packed chocolate mousse made with cottage cheese—creamy, satisfying, and guilt-free.
- A light, fluffy cottage cheese danish recipe that’s easy to make, deliciously satisfying, and Weight Watchers-friendly.
- Try my Cottage Cheese Blueberries Spinach Salad — it’s protein-packed, easy, and perfect for a quick lunch.
- This latest version of an old WeightWatchers classic, Bananas Foster Cottage Cheese Toast.
Excellent, but not filling. I added 2 boiled eggs.
OMG!! This was so delicious. I’ve been looking for a low calorie breakfast.
I love the granola but was wondering in there are different options that are less points. I have not looked into any yet. I have the natures valley honey and oat bars and if I just 1/2 of 1 bar it is still 2 points! Any suggestions?
Hi Julie, One option would be to make your own Granola to control calories/Points. Here’s a good recipe that is lower in points: https://simple-nourished-living.com/everyday-almond-granola/ Another option would be to find a cereal other than granola that provides the same satisfying crunch factor for fewer points. A few good choices: GoLean Crunch, Fiber One cereal, Special K, Kix, Grapenuts. Hope this helps. ~Martha
So simple, yet I never would have thought to do this. I like that you provide options. I don’t care of cottage cheese with fruit, but yogurt worked for me.
Great idea.