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Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Bake

A delicious and nutritious dish combining cottage cheese, oats, and apples, perfect for any time of the day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 squares
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cottage Cheese Mixture
  • 2 cups cottage cheese Fresh for best texture
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/2 cup diced apples About 1 medium apple
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Optional
  • 1/4 cup raisins or dried cranberries Optional

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, unsweetened applesauce, diced apples, honey or maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and then add them to the cottage cheese mixture. Stir until fully combined. Fold in any optional nuts or dried fruits.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are set. Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalProtein: 10gSodium: 200mg

Notes

Consider adding a dollop of yogurt or a drizzle of honey on top when serving.

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