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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, hassle-free breakfast for cozy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Full-fat or 2% small curd
  • 4 Eggs Provide structure and fluffiness
  • 2 cups Apple Peeled and finely diced, firm varieties like Honeycrisp or Gala
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats or Almond Flour Adds bulk and texture
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or Honey Natural sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Essential for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth and sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Aids in leavening
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts For crunch and healthy fats
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Serve on the side for extra protein
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg or Cardamom For additional flavor

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • 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. In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  3. Stir in rolled oats or almond flour, ground cinnamon, and baking powder until well combined.
  4. Fold in the finely diced apples, ensuring an even distribution throughout the mixture.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top for consistent cooking.
  6. Bake for about 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing into squares for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 11gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Drain the cottage cheese to avoid a soggy texture and choose firm apples for best results.

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