Description
Warm, protein-packed, and full of fall flavor—these baked breakfast bowls combine cottage cheese, apples, and cinnamon for the ultimate morning comfort food.
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese
2 large eggs
¼ cup almond flour (or rolled oats for a heartier version)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
½ tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
1 small apple, peeled and chopped
½ tsp ground cinnamon
Optional: pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth
Instructions
Preheat Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease two small oven-safe bowls or ramekins.
Mix Base Ingredients:
In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla, and honey/maple syrup until smooth.
Stir in almond flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using) until fully combined.
Add Apples:
Fold in chopped apple, reserving a few pieces for topping.
Bake:
Divide mixture evenly into prepared bowls.
Top with reserved apple pieces.
Bake for 20–25 minutes or until centers are set and tops are lightly golden.
Cool & Serve:
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Enjoy warm or chill and serve cold for a refreshing option.
Notes
Choose apples based on flavor: Granny Smith (tart) or Honeycrisp (sweet).
Stir in raisins, walnuts, or pecans for added texture.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days. Reheat or eat cold.
Great for meal prep — make in advance and enjoy all week!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
