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Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake

Delicious Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake for a Cozy Morning

This Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake offers a comforting, high-protein breakfast perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Use full-fat or 2% for the best texture
  • 3 Eggs Substitute with a flax egg for egg-free version
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats or Almond Flour Use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free option
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Honey Swap for monk fruit or stevia for lower sugar alternatives
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract No recommended substitutions
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg or cardamom can enhance flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Essential for achieving the right consistency
  • 1 to 2 Diced Apples Firm varieties like Gala or Honeycrisp
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Perfect for serving
  • 2 tablespoons Almond Butter A delicious topping option

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Stir in rolled oats (or almond flour), ground cinnamon, and baking powder until fully mixed.
  4. Gently fold in the diced apples, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  5. Pour the mixture into your greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let it cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 11gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for later use. Allow to cool completely before storing.

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