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Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake

Delicious Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake for Cozy Mornings

Enjoy this Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake, a nutritious breakfast option bursting with flavor and sweetness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese full-fat or 2% recommended
  • 3 large Eggs or use a flaxseed mixture for egg-free option
  • 2 cups Apple finely diced, Honeycrisp or Gala recommended
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats can swap for almond flour if gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup or honey, adjustable for lower sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Stir in rolled oats (or almond flour), ground cinnamon, and baking powder until well combined.
  4. Gently fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow it to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing into squares and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 11gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure that your baking powder is fresh to achieve the right fluffy texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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