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Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake

Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake: Your Healthy Morning Treat

Enjoy a slice of Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake, a high-protein, gluten-free breakfast that's indulgent yet healthy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Mixture
  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup apple medium-sized, finely diced
  • 1 cup rolled oats or almond flour substitute oats for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or raisins for extra crunch

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Add in the rolled oats or almond flour, ground cinnamon, and baking powder. Stir gently until evenly combined.
  4. Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed.
  5. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and smooth out the top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate slices for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.

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