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These Fruity Protein Scones are one of those recipes that came together during a quiet kitchen moment, and I knew right away they were something special.
I wanted a soft, lightly sweet scone that felt cozy and homemade, but also had a little boost of protein without using any powders. After a few tests, the combination of half cottage cheese and half Greek yogurt turned out to be exactly what I was looking for. The texture is tender and moist, the flavor is subtle and comforting, and the whole recipe comes together with simple ingredients you probably already have.
There’s no refined sugar in this recipe. The sweetness comes from maple syrup and the natural sweetness of the fruit you choose. I used blueberries for this batch, but the base is incredibly flexible. Raspberries, diced peaches, strawberries, blackberries, or even a mixed berry blend all work beautifully. The fruit adds brightness and color, and every bite has a little burst of something juicy.
One of my favorite parts is the cinnamon sugar on top. It melts slightly in the oven and gives the scones a warm, bakery‑style finish without making them overly sweet. It’s a tiny step that makes them feel extra cozy.
These scones are perfect for breakfast, but honestly they work any time of day. They’re great with coffee, great as an afternoon snack, and even better warm from the oven. They also hold up well the next day, which makes them a nice make‑ahead option for busy mornings.
Fruity Protein Scones
Ingredients
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp neutral oil
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 ¾ cups all‑purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup fruit of choice blueberries, raspberries, diced peaches, strawberries
- Cinnamon sugar for topping 1 tbsp sugar + ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Whisk cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, egg, oil, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add wet to dry and fold gently. Add fruit last.
- Drop 8 rustic mounds onto a parchment‑lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle generously with cinnamon sugar.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–14 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Enjoy these cozy little scones any time of day.


