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Cranberry Orange Cottage Cheese Bake

Cranberry Orange Cottage Cheese Bake: A Healthy Morning Delight

Delight in the flavors of this Cranberry Orange Cottage Cheese Bake, a healthy breakfast or light dessert option packed with protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 2 cups cottage cheese fresh, full-fat for best texture
  • 3 large eggs acts as a binder
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup can substitute with honey or agave
  • 1 tbsp orange zest can use lemon zest as alternative
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries do not use frozen as they can turn soggy
Optional Toppings
  • Greek yogurt
  • extra maple syrup
  • fresh mint

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • ramekins or small baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease ramekins or a small baking dish with butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, orange zest, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gently fold in fresh cranberries to the mixture without crushing them.
  4. Pour the mixture into greased ramekins or baking dish, filling them three-quarters full.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes until edges are golden brown and the center jiggles slightly.
  6. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 12gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best texture, use fresh cranberries. Customize with various toppings to suit your preference.

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