The Viral Cottage Cheese Bowl with Hot Honey & Sweet Potato
Your Ingredient List for This Sweet and Savory Bowl. Crispy cinnamon sweet potatoes, taco-spiced beef, creamy cottage cheese, buttery avocado, and a hot honey drizzle come together for a crave-able, high-protein bowl in under 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Air fryer (or oven)
- Large Skillet
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Knife & Cutting Board
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
- Tongs or spatula
Ingredients
For the Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed crispy edges, fluffy centers
- 2 Tbsp neutral oil for air frying / roasting
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon optional
- sea salt & black pepper to taste
For the Taco-Spiced Beef
- 1 lb lean ground beef break into small crumbles
- 2 Tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 Tbsp tomato paste for umami depth
For the Bowl Assembly
- 2 cups cottage cheese (full-fat for creamiest)
- 2 avocados, cubed or sliced
- 4 Tbsp hot honey or to taste
Instructions
- Air fry sweet potatoes: Toss cubes with oil, salt, pepper, and cinnamon (if using). Air fry at 200°C/400°F for 10–15 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crisp outside, tender inside. Do not overcrowd for best crisp.
- Cook taco-spiced beef: In a large skillet over medium-high, brown ground beef, breaking into crumbles. Stir in tomato paste and taco seasoning; cook until fully browned and seasoned. Set aside.
- Assemble bowls: Divide crispy sweet potatoes and taco beef among 4 bowls.
- Finish & drizzle: Top each with about 1/2 cup cottage cheese and avocado. Drizzle generously with hot honey and serve immediately.
Notes
High-protein power: This bowl delivers 40+ grams of protein per serving and comes together in under 30 minutes. Swap beef for ground turkey or seasoned tofu for a lean or vegetarian version. Oven option: roast potatoes at 220°C/425°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping once.