Introduction

This Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake is a warm, comforting breakfast or snack that’s both nutritious and delicious. With tender apples, fragrant cinnamon, and a creamy texture, it’s a perfect way to start your day or enjoy a wholesome treat any time.

A glass baking dish filled with a golden-brown baked custard dessert, showing a slightly bubbled and crispy top layer with patches of soft, creamy yellow custard underneath. The dessert has visible baked slices of apple inside, with a light dusting of cinnamon on the top creating darker brown spots. The dish is placed on a wooden table next to three brown eggs, a silver butter knife, a tied bundle of cinnamon sticks, and a pale blue cloth towel. The background is a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

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

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 3: Stir in the rolled oats (or almond flour), ground cinnamon, and baking powder until the mixture is evenly mixed.
Step 4: Gently fold in the finely diced apples to distribute them throughout the batter.
Step 5: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Step 6: Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Tips & Variations

For a nut-free version, use rolled oats instead of almond flour. To boost texture, add chopped nuts or raisins.
You can swap the apple for pears or berries depending on the season.
Serve warm with a drizzle of extra maple syrup or a dollop of yogurt for added richness.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for about 30 seconds or until warmed through. This dish also freezes well—thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Serve

A slice of apple dessert sits on a stack of three white plates, placed on a blue cloth over a white marbled surface. The dessert has two thick layers of soft, golden-brown baked apples, with a creamy white layer in between. On top, there is a dollop of white whipped cream sprinkled with a light dusting of brown cinnamon powder. A silver fork rests on the plates near the dessert. In the blurred background, a white baking dish filled with more of the apple dessert and two red-yellow apples can be seen, along with stacked white plates holding cinnamon sticks and forks. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?

Yes, low-fat cottage cheese works fine and will reduce the calorie content while maintaining the creamy texture.

Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time?

Absolutely. You can mix the ingredients and store the batter in the fridge overnight, then bake fresh in the morning for a quick breakfast.

Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake Recipe

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This Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake is a wholesome and delicious baked breakfast or dessert option that combines creamy cottage cheese with fresh apples, warming cinnamon, and a touch of natural sweetness. Using oats or almond flour for texture and a hint of maple syrup or honey for sweetness, this dish is both nutritious and satisfying.

Author: Dylan
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Total Time: 45-50 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Main 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

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the rolled oats (or almond flour), ground cinnamon, and baking powder to the wet mixture. Mix gently until evenly incorporated.
Fold in Apples: Carefully fold the finely diced peeled apple pieces into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed without overmixing.
Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the prepared batter into the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure consistent baking.
Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Notes

You can substitute rolled oats with almond flour for a gluten-free option.
Adjust sweetness by using maple syrup or honey to your taste preference.
Ensure the apple is finely diced for even baking and texture.
This dish can be served warm or chilled, making it versatile for breakfast or dessert.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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