Baked Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese (Print Version)
Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake offers a warm, protein-packed breakfast or healthy dessert. Enjoy sweet apples, cinnamon, and creamy cottage cheese.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Creamy Cottage Cheese Base
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3 cups low-fat (2%) 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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Pinch of salt
→ Spiced Apple Swirl
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2 medium apples (such as Gala or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
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2 tbsp maple syrup
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
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1 tsp 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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2 tbsp light brown sugar, packed
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. This essential first step prepares your equipment for the delicious Cozy Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake.
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In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups low-fat (2%) cottage cheese, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
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In a medium skillet over medium heat, combine 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, diced), 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1 tsp fresh lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the apples are slightly tender.
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Pour the prepared cottage cheese mixture evenly into the greased baking dish. Spoon the sautéed spiced apples evenly over the top of the cottage cheese base. This forms the core of your Cozy Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake.
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In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 2 tbsp light brown sugar (packed), 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted), and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and crumbly.
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Evenly sprinkle the crunchy oat topping over the apple layer in the baking dish. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cottage cheese is set and the topping is golden brown and fragrant.
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Remove the Cozy Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake from the oven and let it cool for at least 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows it to set properly for the best texture and flavor.
# Notes:
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For an even creamier texture, you can blend the low-fat cottage cheese in a food processor until completely smooth before mixing with other base ingredients.
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Serve warm with an extra drizzle of maple syrup, a dollop of Greek yogurt, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for added crunch.
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Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.
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Feel free to experiment with other fruits! Pears, berries, or even sliced peaches would make delicious substitutes for the apples in the swirl.
# Tools You'll Need:
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8x8 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: 326 kcal
Total Fat: 11 g
Total Carbohydrate: 35 g
Protein: 16 g