Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake | High-Protein Breakfast (Print Version)
Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake is a delicious, high-protein breakfast. Enjoy this warm, comforting dish for a healthy start to your day.
# 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, Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Creamy Cottage Cheese Base
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24 oz (3 cups) 4% fat cottage cheese
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
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2 tbsp maple syrup
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1/4 tsp sea salt
→ Sweet Apple & Spice Swirl
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2 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), 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
→ Golden Crumble 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 unsalted butter, melted
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1 tbsp light brown sugar, packed
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1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. This prepares your dish for the delicious Cozy Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake | Protein Breakfast.
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In a medium skillet, combine 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, diced), 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 tbsp light brown sugar, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until apples are slightly softened but still hold their shape. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together 24 oz (3 cups) 4% fat cottage cheese, 2 large eggs, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, 2 tbsp maple syrup, and 1/4 tsp sea salt until well combined and smooth. This forms the creamy foundation for your Cozy Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake | Protein Breakfast.
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In a separate small bowl, combine 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted), 1 tbsp light brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon. Mix until crumbly and well combined.
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Pour the cottage cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spoon the softened apple mixture evenly over the cottage cheese base. Gently swirl the apples into the cottage cheese using a knife or spoon for a marbled effect.
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Sprinkle the oat and pecan crumble topping evenly over the apple and cottage cheese layers. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cottage cheese is set. This completes the cooking for your Cozy Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake | Protein Breakfast.
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Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for at least 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows it to set further and makes for easier scooping. Serve warm and enjoy!
# Notes:
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Enhance your breakfast by serving warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt, a drizzle of extra maple syrup, or a sprinkle of fresh berries.
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Leftovers can be stored 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 swap pecans for walnuts or almonds in the crumble. For the apples, pears or peaches (when in season) would also be delicious.
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Using 4% fat cottage cheese provides the best creamy texture and richness for this bake. For an even smoother base, you can briefly blend the cottage cheese mixture before adding the apples.
# 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
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 498 kcal
Total Fat: 20 g
Total Carbohydrate: 43 g
Protein: 23 g