Baked Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls – Warm, Cozy & Low-Carb (Mediterranean Style)
A comforting, protein-rich breakfast that tastes like apple pie but fits beautifully into a Mediterranean-inspired lifestyle. Creamy cottage cheese is baked with tender cinnamon apples, eggs, and warm spices until lightly golden and set — giving you a cozy, nourishing start to your day.
🍎 Description
These Baked Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls are warm, lightly sweet, and naturally satisfying. The combination of creamy cottage cheese and eggs creates a custard-like texture, while apples and cinnamon bring that classic comforting flavor.
This recipe follows Mediterranean principles:
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Emphasis on whole foods
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Natural sweetness from fruit
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High-quality dairy protein
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No refined flour
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Low in added sugar
Perfect for chilly mornings, meal prep, or a healthy dessert-style breakfast.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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2 cups full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese
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2 eggs
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1 medium apple, finely diced
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional, adjust to taste)
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1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
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Pinch of salt
Optional toppings:
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Chopped walnuts or almonds
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Greek yogurt
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Chia seeds
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Extra cinnamon sprinkle
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
Preheat to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease 4 small ramekins or one small baking dish with olive oil.
2️⃣ Prepare the Mixture
In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs.
Stir in cottage cheese, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and optional sweetener.
Fold in diced apple.
3️⃣ Assemble
Divide mixture evenly into ramekins.
4️⃣ Bake
Bake 25–30 minutes until set in the center and lightly golden on top.
5️⃣ Serve Warm
Let cool 5 minutes before serving. Top with nuts or yogurt if desired.
🥣 Serving Suggestions
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Add crushed walnuts for healthy fats
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Serve with a spoon of plain Greek yogurt
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Pair with herbal tea or black coffee
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Sprinkle with flaxseeds for extra fiber
🥗 Nutrition Highlights (Approx. per serving)
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18–22g protein
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Low in carbs compared to traditional oatmeal
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Naturally sweetened
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High in calcium
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Balanced Mediterranean-friendly fats
❓ Q & A
Q1: Is this truly low-carb?
Yes — it’s significantly lower in carbs than oatmeal or baked goods since cottage cheese replaces flour or grains.
Q2: Can I make it sugar-free?
Absolutely. Skip maple syrup or honey and rely on the apple’s natural sweetness.
Q3: Can I blend the cottage cheese?
Yes! Blending gives a smoother, cheesecake-like texture.
Q4: Can I make it dairy-free?
You can try a dairy-free cottage-style alternative, though texture may vary.
Q5: How long does it keep?
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
