Can I prepare components ahead of time?

Absolutely! You can mix the wet ingredients and dry ingredients separately the night before, then combine and bake in the morning. Or, prep the whole bake and store slices in the fridge for up to 5 days.

What kind of cottage cheese is best?

Full-fat or 2% small curd cottage cheese works best for texture and richness. Avoid non-fat versions, which tend to be watery and less flavorful.

How can I avoid a soggy bottom?

Drain cottage cheese before using, choose firm apples like Gala, and let oats soak a few minutes before baking. Bake until the top is golden and the center is set.

How should I store this breakfast bake?

Store slices in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 days or freeze individually for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.

Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake

Name: Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cottage cheese; 3 large eggs; 1 large apple, peeled and finely diced; 1/2 cup rolled oats or almond flour; 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey; 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 tsp baking powder

Ingredients

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2 cups cottage cheese

3 large eggs

1 large apple, peeled and finely diced

1/2 cup rolled oats or almond flour

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.

2. Whisk cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla in a bowl.

3. Stir in oats (or almond flour), cinnamon, and baking powder.

4. Fold in diced apples.

5. Pour into baking dish and spread evenly.

6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden and toothpick comes out clean.

7. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use full-fat cottage cheese for best texture.

Can be stored in fridge up to 5 days or frozen for 2 months.

Optional toppings: Greek yogurt, almond butter, or chopped nuts.

Author: EmilyFrost
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 145
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 1.5g
Protein: 11g
Cholesterol: 75mg