Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe
This Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake is a wholesome and delicious breakfast or snack option that combines creamy cottage cheese, sweet apples, and warming cinnamon in a baked dish. It’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey and includes oats or almond flour for texture and added nutrition. Easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy, comforting meal.
- 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: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1 large apple, peeled and finely diced
- 1/2 cup rolled oats or almond flour
Flavorings and Leavening
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in the rolled oats (or almond flour), ground cinnamon, and baking powder into the wet mixture, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
- Incorporate apples: Fold the finely diced peeled apple into the batter gently to keep the apple pieces intact.
- Pour and spread batter: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly using a spatula.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake 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 to help it set and improve slicing consistency. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can substitute rolled oats with almond flour for a gluten-free or lower-carb version.
- Maple syrup can be swapped with honey for natural sweetness.
- The bake can be refrigerated and reheated for a convenient breakfast option.
- To add crunch, consider sprinkling chopped nuts on top before baking.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor.
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