High-Protein Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake
A wholesome and indulgent breakfast bake packed with protein and the comforting flavors of apple and cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese (drained if too watery)
- 3 medium apples, peeled and diced (Gala or Honeycrisp)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup rolled oats (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Optional toppings: sliced almonds, raisins, nut butter drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking dish.
- Dice the apples into small cubes.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Stir in the oats (or almond flour) into the mixture.
- Add in the cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt, mixing until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in the diced apples and any optional toppings you’d like to include.
- Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish, smoothing out the top.
- Bake for about 40-45 minutes, or until the bake is golden and set in the center.
- Allow it to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for a quick treat.