Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe
A wholesome and comforting Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake that combines creamy cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of apples and warm cinnamon spice. This baked dish offers a protein-packed, delicious breakfast or snack option, featuring rolled oats or almond flour for added texture and nutrition. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey, it’s perfect for a cozy morning treat or a nutritious dessert.
- Author: Naya
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Primary 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 Flavorings
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the rolled oats (or almond flour), ground cinnamon, and baking powder thoroughly into the wet mixture for an even batter.
- Incorporate Apples: Gently fold the finely diced peeled apples into the batter ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter evenly into the greased baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before slicing into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature as a delightful breakfast or snack.
Notes
- You can substitute rolled oats with almond flour for a gluten-free option.
- Maple syrup or honey can be adjusted in quantity to suit your preferred sweetness.
- Using tart apples like Granny Smith can add a nice contrast to the sweetness.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and served cold or reheated gently.
- Ensure the baking dish is well greased to avoid sticking.
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