Can I use frozen fruit?

Yes, absolutely. I often use frozen raspberries myself. Don't let them thaw completely before using them, as this keeps the cake firmer.

Can I replace the banana?

Yes, you can also use extra applesauce or extra yogurt as an alternative.

Which granola is best to use?

Preferably choose unsweetened granola without added sugars. This way, this breakfast remains healthy and nutritious.

Is this cake gluten-free?

That depends on the granola. Choose a gluten-free granola if you want to make the recipe gluten-free.

Can I add extra protein to it?

That is possible. For example, you can add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to the batter. Then, if desired, add a little extra yogurt for the texture.

Healthy breakfast granola cake with red fruits (sugar-free & protein-rich)

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45–50 minutes

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Sometimes in the morning, I want something nutritious, quick to make, and yet feels a bit like a treat. This breakfast granola red fruit cake is exactly that. It is the kind of recipe you make almost faster than I can decide what to wear to a party.

This cake is packed with good ingredients: creamy cottage cheese for extra protein, fiber-rich granola for a crunchy bite, and of course red fruit, which is always a winner at breakfast. It contains no refined sugars, only natural flavors and fibers to give you energy to start the day.

I often make this cake in advance: I cut it into slices and store them in the fridge or freezer. Just warm it up briefly and you have a delicious breakfast ready. Optionally, serve it lukewarm with an extra spoonful of yogurt and some fruit compote, and your day gets off to a great start.

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Ingredients

What do you need?

Quantity: 8-10 slices

For the cake
200 g cottage cheese
200 g coconut yogurt
50 g almond powder
½ banana
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 handfuls of red fruit of your choice (fresh or frozen): raspberries, strawberries, blueberries

For the granola layers
±100 g unsweetened granola of your choice (without added sugars)

Optional to serve
extra yogurt

quick fruit compote:
100 g frozen pineapple pieces, or fresh
100 g mango pieces
Juice of 2 mandarins

200 g cottage cheese
200 g coconut yogurt
50 g almond powder
½ banana
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 handfuls of red fruit of your choice (fresh or frozen): raspberries, strawberries, blueberries

±100 g unsweetened granola of your choice (without added sugars)

extra yogurt

quick fruit compote:
100 g frozen pineapple pieces, or fresh
100 g mango pieces
Juice of 2 mandarins

Preparation method

How do you make this?

Preheat the oven to 175 °C.

Make the batter: Put the cottage cheese, coconut yogurt, almond powder, half a banana, and vanilla in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Line a classic cake tin with baking paper.

Make the first granola layer: Sprinkle a thin layer (about 1 cm) of unsweetened granola on the bottom of the pan.

Pour the mixed batter over the granola.

Finish with toppings.

Sprinkle another thin layer of granola on top.

Distribute the red fruit over it.

Create light swirls: Use a spoon or knife to lightly toss the fruit through the batter. This ensures everything is evenly distributed while still allowing you to see the ingredients.

Place the cake 35–40 minutes in the oven at 175 °C until firm and light golden brown.Let it cool down completely before you cut it. Reheat briefly afterwards if necessary!

In the meantime, make the compote; let everything simmer for 5 minutes until it has a nice consistency.

ServeI like to eat this cake in various ways: simply as a quick breakfast slice, slightly lukewarm with a spoonful of yogurt, or with a quick tropical fruit compote.

Tips

Preserve
Refrigerator: keep for up to 4 days
Freezer: up to 2 months (in slices)
Warm up: 20–30 seconds in the microwave or briefly in the oven.
This cake is perfect for a meal prep breakfast. Bake it the night before, cut it into portions, and you'll have a healthy breakfast ready for the whole week.
If you use frozen fruit, do not let it thaw completely. This way, the cake remains firmer.
Choose a granola without added sugars for the healthiest result.
For extra crunch, you can add some extra granola just before serving.