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Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake: Easy, Cozy & Protein-Packed Breakfast

Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake: Easy, Cozy Protein-Packed Breakfast

This protein-packed Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake is a warm, easy breakfast that tastes like dessert but fuels your day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 7 slices
Calories 145 kcal

Equipment

  • 9×9-inch baking dish

Ingredients
  

Cottage Cheese Bake Ingredients

  • 2 cups cottage cheese Use full-fat for best texture.
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 large apple, peeled and finely diced
  • 0.5 cup rolled oats or almond flour
  • 0.25 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions
 

Baking Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
  • Whisk cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla in a bowl.
  • Stir in oats (or almond flour), cinnamon, and baking powder.
  • Fold in diced apples.
  • Pour into baking dish and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Can be stored in fridge up to 5 days or frozen for 2 months. Optional toppings: Greek yogurt, almond butter, or chopped nuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 11gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 180mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 6g
Keyword Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake, Cottage Cheese Breakfast, Cozy Breakfast, Easy Breakfast, Healthy Breakfast, Protein-Packed Breakfast
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