Protein Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake (Print Version)
Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake offers a delicious, high-protein breakfast. Enjoy warm apples, sweet cinnamon, and creamy cottage cheese in one satisfying dish.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Creamy Protein Base
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24 oz low-fat cottage cheese
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2 large eggs
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1/4 cup maple syrup
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 tsp salt
→ Sweet Apple Swirl
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2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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2 tbsp light brown sugar, packed
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
→ Crunchy Oat Topping
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1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
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1/4 cup chopped pecans
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1 tbsp light brown sugar, packed
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8x8 inch (or similar sized) baking dish with cooking spray or butter. This ensures your Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake: Protein Breakfast won't stick.
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In a medium bowl, combine the 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced), 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 tbsp light brown sugar (packed), and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Stir well to coat the apples evenly.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the 24 oz low-fat cottage cheese, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth and well combined. A blender or immersion blender can be used for an even creamier texture.
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In a separate small bowl, combine the 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 1 tbsp light brown sugar (packed), 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted), and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. Mix until the oats and pecans are evenly coated.
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Pour the creamy cottage cheese base into your prepared baking dish. Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the cottage cheese layer. Finally, sprinkle the crunchy oat topping over the apples. This layering creates the perfect Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake: Protein Breakfast.
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Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cottage cheese base is set. A knife inserted into the center should come out mostly clean. Avoid overbaking to maintain creaminess.
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Remove the Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake: Protein Breakfast from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows it to set further, making it easier to scoop and enjoy.
# Notes:
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For an extra protein boost, consider using a high-protein cottage cheese variety.
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This bake is delicious warm or chilled. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
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Feel free to substitute other fruits like pears or berries for the apples, adjusting sweetness as needed.
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Serve with a drizzle of extra maple syrup, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or fresh berries for an even more delightful breakfast.
# Tools You'll Need:
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9x13 inch baking dish
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large mixing bowl
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small mixing bowl
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whisk
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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cutting board
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knife
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vegetable peeler
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 428 kcal
Total Fat: 15 g
Total Carbohydrate: 48 g
Protein: 26 g