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Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake

Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake: A Protein-Packed Delight

A delicious and wholesome Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake for a nutritious breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 2 cups cottage cheese drain excess moisture
  • 3 eggs or substitute with flax eggs
  • 2 cups apple peeled and diced, firm varieties like Honeycrisp or Gala
  • 1 cup rolled oats or almond flour for gluten-free option
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey as sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon can add nutmeg or cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder do not omit
For Toppings (Optional)
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt for topping
  • 1/4 cup almond butter for spreading on top
  • chopped nuts or shredded coconut for added texture and flavor

Equipment

  • 9×9-inch baking dish
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
  2. 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 incorporated.
  4. Fold in the diced apples gently to keep them intact.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, distributing apple pieces evenly.
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until top is golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving, optionally topping with Greek yogurt or almond butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 12gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep! Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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