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Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake

Delicious Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake for Cozy Mornings

This Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake is a high-protein breakfast, perfect for busy mornings and loved by kids.
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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: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 2 cups cottage cheese use full-fat or 2%
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 medium apple diced; Honeycrisp or Gala recommended
  • 1 cup rolled oats or almond flour
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl

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 2 cups of cottage cheese, 3 eggs, 1/4 cup of pure maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of rolled oats (or almond flour), 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
  4. Gently fold in 2 diced apples, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
  5. Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 11gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For freezing, wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.

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