Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake
This Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake is the perfect way to transform your breakfast into a warm, comforting delight that feels like dessert. Combining creamy cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of apples and a sprinkle of cinnamon, this dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein to fuel your day. Ideal for busy mornings or leisurely weekends, this make-ahead recipe allows you to impress family and friends without spending hours in the kitchen. Just prep it the night before, pop it in the oven, and enjoy the delightful aroma as it bakes. Serve warm and watch everyone savor each bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 large apple, peeled and finely diced
- 1/2 cup rolled oats or almond flour
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in rolled oats or almond flour, cinnamon, and baking powder until well combined.
- Fold in the diced apples gently until evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg