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Protein-packed, gluten-free baked breakfast bowl featuring apple, cinnamon, and creamy cottage cheese that resembles warm apple pie filling.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup full-fat or 2% cottage cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 medium apple, cored and finely chopped (Honeycrisp or Gala recommended)
  • 2 tsp pure maple syrup or honey
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • Optional toppings: chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans), raisins, granola, extra drizzle of maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 6-ounce ramekins or a small oven-safe dish (~2 cups capacity).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk cottage cheese and egg until mostly smooth; small curds are fine.
  3. Add maple syrup, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt; stir until blended.
  4. Fold in chopped apples gently to distribute evenly.
  5. Divide batter evenly between prepared ramekins.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until tops are set, lightly golden, and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes, then add optional toppings such as nuts, raisins, granola, or extra maple syrup.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

Store leftovers covered with plastic wrap in the ramekins or an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days., Avoid freezing to prevent texture changes., Microwave leftovers for 30 to 60 seconds to reheat without drying out., Dice apples into ~1/4-inch pieces for best texture., For smoother texture without curds, blend mixture before baking., Use room temperature egg and cottage cheese for better mixing and texture., Remove from oven once center is set to avoid rubbery texture.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ramekin (1 serving)
  • Calories: 195 kcal per serving
  • Fat: 7g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 18g per serving
  • Protein: 16g per serving