Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit
This Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit is a creamy, high-protein, no-cook snack layered with fresh fruit and optional crunch. Naturally sweet, refreshing, and filling, it’s perfect for busy mornings, healthy meal prep, or an afternoon energy boost—without heavy sugar or complicated prep.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese small curd, full-fat or low-fat
- ½ –¾ cup fresh fruit berries, pineapple, peaches, mango, or grapes
- 1 –2 tablespoons granola chopped nuts, or seeds (optional)
- 1 –2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup optional
- 1 –2 drops vanilla extract optional
- Tiny pinch of salt optional
- Cinnamon to taste (optional)
- Chia seeds or ground flaxseed optional
Instructions
- If the cottage cheese appears watery, stir gently or drain briefly.
- Wash fruit thoroughly, pat completely dry, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Spoon a layer of cottage cheese into the bottom of a small jar.
- Add a layer of fresh fruit.
- Sprinkle with granola, nuts, or seeds if using.
- Repeat layers, finishing with cottage cheese on top.
- Drizzle lightly with honey or maple syrup, add vanilla (if using), and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Chill for 10–20 minutes or enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Dry fruit well to avoid watery jars.
- Cottage cheese is naturally salty—season very lightly.
- Keep crunchy toppings separate if prepping ahead.
- Stir just before eating for the best texture.