Avocado and Cottage Cheese Toast Protein Breakfast

This creamy avocado and cottage cheese toast is the perfect high-protein breakfast or quick snack. With simple ingredients like lemon juice, dill, and flaky salt, it comes together in minutes. Spread it on crispy sourdough or your favorite bread and top with black pepper, bagel seasoning, or sliced tomatoes for extra flavor!

Two slices of cottage cheese avocado toast on a cutting board.

Busy mornings call for something fast, satisfying, and packed with flavor—this avocado and cottage cheese toast recipe checks all the boxes. It’s creamy, crunchy, and packed with 15 grams of protein to keep you full longer. If you’ve only had plain avocado toast, you’re in for a game-changer! The secret? Cottage cheese. It blends perfectly with fresh avocado for the creamiest, most satisfying bite. This is my go-to high-protein breakfast or great snack when I need something quick but delicious.

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Why This Avocado Cottage Cheese Toast is a Must-Try

  • Ultra Creamy & Satisfying: The texture of cottage cheese mixed with mashed avocado slices makes this extra rich and smooth.
  • Packed with Protein: This cottage cheese toast recipe is a good source of protein—no need for extra toppings to stay full!
  • Customizable for Any Mood: Keep it simple or load it with fried eggs, sliced tomatoes, bagel seasoning, or a drizzle of honey.
  • Fast & Easy: Takes 5 minutes and works for breakfast recipes, minute lunches, or a quick snack.
All the ingredients needed to make

Ingredients & Substitutions

Want to mix it up? Try these different ways to enjoy your breakfast avocado toast:

Avocado: Adds a creamy texture and heart-healthy fats. Use avocado mash for a smoother texture, or swap for guacamole for a zesty twist.

Cottage Cheese: Adds a mild flavor and grams of protein. Use fat-free cottage cheese for fewer calories, or blend it in a food processor for a whipped consistency.

Bread of Choice: Adds structure and crunch. Sourdough bread is best, but whole grain bread, wheat bread, or even white bread work great. For a low-carb option, try chaffle toast or sweet potato slices. You can also use gluten-free toast if needed.

Lemon Juice: Adds brightness and prevents browning. Swap for lime juice for a slightly tangier kick.

Toppings: Add extra flavor and texture. Try flaky salt, green onions, red onion, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze for extra flavor.

Extra Protein: Makes it more filling and balanced. Add a hard-boiled egg, fried egg, or Greek yogurt spread for even more grams of protein.

A slice of bread with avocado cottage cheese mix on top.

How to Make the Creamiest Avocado Cottage Cheese Toast

Here are easy, detailed, step-by-step instructions for making my easy breakfast protein toast. The instructions are also repeated in the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post.

Step 1: Mix the Ingredients

In a small bowl, mash 1/2 avocado with 1/4 cup cottage cheese, 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon dill, and a pinch of flaky salt until well combined.

Adding the avocado and seasonings to a bowl.
String the avocado with the seasonings.

Step 2: Toast the Bread

Toast 2 slices of bread until golden brown and crispy.

Step 3: Spread and Enjoy

Evenly spread the avocado cottage cheese mixture on the toast, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy immediately.

Adding the cottage cheese to a small mixing bowl with the avocado mixture.
Two slices of cottage cheese avocado toast on a cutting board for a protein breakfast.

Expert Recipe Tips

For the smoothest cottage cheese: Blend it in a food processor for a whipped, creamy texture.

To keep avocado fresh: Mix it with lime juice and store with cold water on top before draining and using.

Make it crispy: Use sourdough bread or whole grain bread, and toast it well before adding toppings.

Add crunch: A sprinkle of bagel seasoning, flaky sea salt, or chili crisp adds texture.

Turn it into a Tiktok trend: Drizzle with hot honey and chili flakes for a viral-worthy bite!

Best Ways to Serve This Avocado Toast Recipe

  • Classic Style: Just flaky salt and black pepper on top.
  • Protein-Packed: Add a hard-boiled egg, fried egg, or scrambled egg for extra protein.
  • Savory & Spicy: Top with chili flakes, chili crisp, or a drizzle of hot honey.
  • Greek-Inspired: Mix in feta cheese and top with sliced tomatoes and red onion.
  • Sweet & Savory: Swap garlic and dill for peanut butter and a drizzle of honey.
  • Brunch-Ready: Serve with a side of fresh tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, or avocado slices.

Avocado Mash: Store in an airtight container with lime juice and cold water on top to prevent browning. Drain before using.

Cottage Cheese Mix: Pre-mix cottage cheese with seasoning and store for up to 2 days.

Bread: Keep slices of bread in an airtight container at room temperature.

What’s the best bread for avocado toast?
The best bread is sourdough bread, whole grain bread, or wheat bread because they get crispy while holding the toppings well. You can also use white bread, bagels, or air fryer toast!

Can I meal prep avocado cottage cheese toast?
You can prep the avocado mash and cottage cheese mix separately, but don’t assemble until ready to eat. The avocado stays fresh longer with lime juice on top.

Is cottage cheese good on toast?
Yes! Cottage cheese has a mild flavor and creamy texture, making it the perfect avocado toast recipe upgrade. It also adds grams of protein, making it a good source of protein.

How can I make my avocado toast crispier?
Use a thicker, sturdy bread like sourdough, toast it well, and avoid adding too many wet toppings at once.

Can I use Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese?
Yes! Greek yogurt has a similar tangy flavor but smoother texture. You can also use cream cheese or ricotta.

What toppings go well with avocado and cottage cheese toast?
Try sliced tomatoes, red onion, green onions, bagel seasoning, flaky salt, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze. If you like it spicy, add chili flakes or hot honey!

Try This Recipe & Share Your Thoughts!

What’s your favorite way to top avocado toast? Let me know in the comments, and if you loved this recipe, share it on Pinterest or Instagram! I’d love to see your creations.

Two slices of cottage cheese avocado toast on a cutting board.

Avocado and Cottage Cheese Toast Protein Breakfast

Gluten-Free diet-friendly recipe
This creamy avocado and cottage cheese toast is the perfect high-protein breakfast or quick snack. With simple ingredients like lemon juice, dill, and flaky salt, it comes together in minutes. Spread it on crispy sourdough or your favorite bread and top with black pepper, bagel seasoning, or sliced tomatoes for extra flavor!
5 from 4 votes
Servings 1
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1/4 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dill
  • 2 pinches salt
  • 2 slices wheat bread (bread of choice)

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, mash 1/2 avocado with 1/4 cup cottage cheese, 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon dill, and a pinch of flaky salt until well combined.
  • Toast 2 slices of bread until golden brown and crispy.
  • Evenly spread the avocado cottage cheese mixture on the toast, add your favorite toppings, and enjoy immediately.

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Notes

For the smoothest cottage cheese: Blend it in a food processor for a whipped, creamy texture.
To keep avocado fresh: Mix it with lime juice and store with cold water on top before draining and using.
Make it crispy: Use sourdough bread or whole grain bread, and toast it well before adding toppings.
Add crunch: A sprinkle of bagel seasoning, flaky sea salt, or chili crisp adds texture.
Turn it into a Tiktok trend: Drizzle with hot honey and chili flakes for a viral-worthy bite!

 

Nutrition

Calories: 358kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 694mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 224IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 148mgIron: 2mg
Keyword avocado, cottage cheese, high protein, protein breakfast
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5 Comments

  1. My daughter made these for us for breakfast and they are delicious! We’re trying to find more ways to eat cottage cheese.

  2. Thank you for sharing this recipe! It was very easy to make. I added some garlic flakes on top. Will make again!

5 from 4 votes

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