Description
Indulge in a warm and comforting breakfast with this easy-to-make Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake. Combining the sweetness of apples with the aromatic flavor of cinnamon, this nutritious dish is a delightful way to kickstart your day. Not only is it packed with protein from cottage cheese, but it also features wholesome oats for added fiber, making it both satisfying and guilt-free. This family-friendly recipe is perfect for busy mornings or a cozy brunch, and you can even prepare it ahead of time for convenient meal prep. Enjoy a slice warm, perhaps topped with a drizzle of maple syrup or a dollop of yogurt for an extra treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large apple, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup rolled oats or almond flour
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla until combined.
- Stir in rolled oats or almond flour, ground cinnamon, and baking powder until evenly mixed.
- Fold in diced apples gently until coated with the batter.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean when inserted.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into squares; serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg