Description

A cozy, protein-packed breakfast bake made with cottage cheese, apples, cinnamon, and oats or almond flour. It tastes like dessert but is healthy enough for mornings, perfect for meal prep and family-friendly breakfasts.

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

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract.
Stir in oats (or almond flour), ground cinnamon, and baking powder until well combined.
Fold in diced apple pieces.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Notes

Swap sweeteners with agave syrup, coconut sugar, or stevia for a lower sugar option.
Add chopped nuts, seeds, or protein powder for extra nutrition.
Use dairy-free cottage cheese to make it vegan.
Try fruit variations like pears, berries, or bananas.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2-3 months.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of bake)
Calories: 150-170
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 75mg