pineapple cottage cheese pastry on a plate.

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toasted bread.
  • Prepare your fruit and chop it to your liking.  Top the toast with the cottage cheese and the pineapple.  Dust with cinnamon.  NOTE:  the original recipe used cinnamon sugar.  Since I try not to use a lot of extra sugar, I’ve omitted it but you certainly could use cinnamon sugar or add a little powdered monkfruit to the cinnamon.  I find the pineapple is sweet enough and I don’t need the extra sugar. 
chopped pineapple.
toast topped with cottage cheese and pineapple.
  • Once you have the toast prepared, I put it back under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to heat the pineapple and cheese.  Watch it carefully so it doesn’t burn.  You may want to turn the toast around after 45 seconds to evenly toast.  I find using room temperature cottage cheese and pineapple allows this dish to get nice and warm throughout creating a yummy, warm and satisfying breakfast.  I simple have this with coffee or tea in the morning.  I also like this as a snack in the afternoon…it is that good!
pineapple cottage cheese pastry on a plate.

Top 10 FAQs for Pineapple and Cottage Cheese Pastry

Yes, low-fat cottage cheese works well and actually helps create a lighter pastry. Many recipes specifically use low-fat cottage cheese that already has pineapple in it for added flavor.
Both work, but if using canned pineapple, make sure to drain it well to prevent the pastry from becoming too wet. Fresh pineapple provides better texture and less excess moisture.
This usually happens when there’s too much moisture from the pineapple or cottage cheese. Always drain canned pineapple thoroughly and pat fresh pineapple dry before using. I also drain my fat-free cottage cheese which has more liquid than full-fat cottage cheese.
Yes, but it’s best served fresh. If making ahead, store components separately and assemble just before serving to maintain the best texture.

Crunchy, sturdy bread makes the best option so it can hold the toppings without getting soggy. Stay away from regular white bread. It can’t support the toppings and will get wet and soggy and rip.

Use room temperature cottage cheese and mix gently. Avoid overmixing, which can cause the cheese to break down and become watery.

While you can substitute Greek yogurt, cottage cheese provides a unique texture and mild flavor that’s hard to replicate. If substituting, use thick Greek yogurt and drain any excess liquid.  I’d recommend ricotta cheese as a really good substitution and I’d recommend that over yogurt as I think yogurt is too thin but ricotta is very similar to cottage cheese without the lumps.

Vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of nutmeg complement both the pineapple and cottage cheese beautifully. Some recipes also include lemon zest for brightness.
Best consumed within 1-2 days when stored in the refrigerator. The pastry (bread) may soften over time due to moisture from the filling. Honestly, I make and eat immediately and don’t recommend storing or making these ahead of time if they are already assembled.
Freezing isn’t recommended as cottage cheese doesn’t freeze well and may become grainy when thawed. The texture changes significantly after freezing.
pineapple cottage cheese pastry on a plate.

Pineapple Cottage Cheese Pastry

This is such a healthy way to start your day! My Pineapple Cottage Cheese Pastry is actually a very, very, old Weight Watcher recipe.  My mom used to make it when I was kid...not for me, but for her!
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Brunch
Cuisine General
Servings 2 Served

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Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 Cup Low fat pineapple cottage cheese
  • 2 Slices of whole-wheat toast, toasted raisin bread or Irish Soda Bread
  • ½ Cup of fresh pineapple chunks or chopped or crushed pineapple (drained canned pineapple is fine)
  • Cinnamon to taste

Instructions
 

  • Toast your slices of bread under the broiler on both sides.
  • Top with each slice with ½ cup of the pineapple cottage cheese.
  • Top with the pineapple and sprinkle with cinnamon to taste.
  • Broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes to warm thru and to get a light golden top on the pineapple and cheese. Enjoy!
Keyword breakfast, brunch, healthier choice
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