Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe
This Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake is a wholesome and delicious breakfast or snack option that combines the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of apples and warm cinnamon spice. It’s an easy-to-make baked dish with rolled oats or almond flour for added texture and nutrition, sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey. Perfectly golden and fluffy, it offers a cozy, nutritious start to your day or a satisfying treat any time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 large apple, peeled and finely diced
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats or almond flour
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
Sweeteners and Flavoring
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the rolled oats or almond flour, ground cinnamon, and baking powder into the wet mixture until evenly incorporated, forming a thick batter.
- Incorporate diced apples: Gently fold the finely diced peeled apples into the batter, ensuring even distribution without overmixing to maintain texture.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined baking dish, spreading it out evenly to prepare for baking.
- Bake the dish: Place the baking dish in a preheated oven and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bake to cool slightly before slicing and serving warm. It can be enjoyed on its own or topped with extra cinnamon or a drizzle of honey.
Notes
- You can substitute rolled oats with almond flour for a gluten-free version.
- Adjust sweetness to taste by varying the amount of maple syrup or honey.
- Make sure to peel the apple to avoid a tough texture, but keep the skin on if you prefer more fiber.
- Use a non-stick or well-greased baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.
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