Berry cheesecake chia breakfast pot
If you are looking for a high protein, high fibre breakfast that actually feels like a treat, this berry cheesecake chia pot is it. Inspired by all the flavours of a classic cheesecake but packed with nutrients to support your midlife health, it delivers nearly 40g of protein and 18g of fibre in a single pot — with no added sugar. The creamy layers of Greek yoghurt and cottage cheese give you a brilliant protein hit first thing in the morning, while the chia seeds and raspberries take care of your fibre. Best of all, you make it the night before, so breakfast is ready and waiting. This is exactly the kind of easy, nutritious breakfast we love – simple ingredients, big benefits.
ingredients
serves 1
30g chia seeds
100ml unsweetened almond milk (we like Plenish brand)
150g Greek yoghurt (look for 10g of protein per 100g)
100g cottage cheese
10g shelled hemp seeds
100g fresh or frozen raspberries
0.5 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
method
Combine the chia seeds and almond milk in your pot or jar. Stir well to prevent clumping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, until the chia seeds have absorbed the liquid and formed a thick gel.
In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yoghurt and cottage cheese until smooth and combined. Stir in vanilla extract (optional) if using.
If using frozen raspberries, allow to thaw fully (or blitz in microwave). Gently crush about half of the raspberries with a fork. Leave the remaining raspberries whole for texture.
When the chia seed layer is set add the cottage cheese and yoghurt layer and spoon over the raspberry layer.
Sprinkle the shelled hemp seeds on top just before serving. Add the whole raspberries on top to finish.
You can keep refrigerated for up to 24 hours (add hemp seeds fresh).
the health boost tip
Hemp seeds are a brilliant but often overlooked source of plant-based protein — three tablespoons gives you around 10g. They're also rich in omega-3 fatty acids which are particularly important for women going through the menopause to support heart health, brain function and reducing inflammation. Sprinkle them on just before eating to keep that lovely nutty crunch!
