Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake: Healthy Breakfast (Print Version)
Warm apple cinnamon cottage cheese bake. A healthy, protein-packed breakfast or light dessert. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients for a comforting treat.
# 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
# Ingredients:
→ The Velvety Cottage Cheese Custard
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2 cups 4% milkfat cottage cheese
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2 large eggs
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1/4 cup maple syrup
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Spiced Apple Filling
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2 medium apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and diced
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
→ Golden Oat Crumble
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1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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2 tbsp light brown sugar, packed
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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1/4 cup chopped pecans
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1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium bowl, combine 2 medium apples, cored and diced, with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg. Toss well to coat the apples for your Cozy Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake.
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In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp light brown sugar, 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Cut in 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed, until crumbly.
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In a blender or food processor, combine 2 cups 4% milkfat cottage cheese, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup maple syrup, and 1 tsp pure vanilla extract. Blend until completely smooth and velvety, ensuring no lumps remain for the perfect base of your Cozy Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake.
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Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish. Spread the spiced apple filling evenly on the bottom. Pour the velvety cottage cheese custard over the apples. Sprinkle the golden oat crumble mixture generously over the top of the custard layer.
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Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cottage cheese custard is set and the golden oat crumble is deeply golden brown and fragrant. A knife inserted into the center should come out mostly clean, indicating your Cozy Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake is ready.
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Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows the custard to fully set and makes for easier portioning. Serve warm.
# Notes:
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For an even smoother custard, use a high-speed blender and blend for an extra minute or two until completely lump-free.
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Store any leftover Cozy Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake 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 substitute the apples with other fruits like pears or peaches for a seasonal twist.
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A dollop of Greek yogurt, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or an extra drizzle of maple syrup makes a delightful serving accompaniment.
# Tools You'll Need:
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9x9 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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Spatula
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Cutting board
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Knife
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 431 kcal
Total Fat: 19 g
Total Carbohydrate: 50 g
Protein: 18 g