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Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe

4.9 from 128 reviews

This Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake is a warm, comforting dish perfect for breakfast or a wholesome snack. Combining creamy cottage cheese with fresh diced apples, rolled oats, and aromatic cinnamon, it’s sweetened naturally with maple syrup and baked to golden perfection. This recipe is an excellent source of protein and fiber, making it both nourishing and delicious.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 large apple, peeled and finely diced
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats or almond flour
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. 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.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir the rolled oats (or almond flour), ground cinnamon, and baking powder into the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
  4. Fold in Apples: Carefully fold the finely diced peeled apple into the batter, distributing the fruit evenly throughout.
  5. Transfer to Dish: Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula to ensure consistent baking.
  6. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 35–40 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the bake to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute rolled oats with almond flour for a gluten-free option.
  • Maple syrup or honey provides natural sweetness; adjust quantity to taste.
  • Use any firm apple variety like Granny Smith or Fuji for best texture.
  • To enhance flavor, sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg or cloves along with cinnamon.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Apple Cinnamon Bake, Cottage Cheese Breakfast, Healthy Breakfast, Gluten Free Breakfast, Baked Oats, Protein Rich Breakfast