Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake
Discover the delightful Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake, a nourishing and satisfying dish perfect for breakfast or as a snack. This protein-rich bake combines creamy cottage cheese with the sweetness of apples and the comforting warmth of cinnamon, making it feel indulgent while still being healthy. Simple to prepare, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings or leisurely brunches alike. You can serve it warm right from the oven or let it cool for easy meal prep throughout the week. With its kid-friendly flavors, it’s a treat that will please both children and adults.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 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 mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract.
- Stir in rolled oats (or almond flour), baking powder, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Gently fold in the diced apple to add natural sweetness and moisture.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Bake for about 35-40 minutes until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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