Cottage Cheese Cranberry Orange Breakfast Bake
A nutritious and delicious breakfast bake combining cottage cheese, cranberries, and orange juice, perfect for meal prep or a cozy weekend morning.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Creamy yet firm is preferred.
- 1 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed or store-bought.
- 1 tablespoon orange zest Adds fragrant depth.
- 1/2 cup sugar or honey Adjust based on sweetness preference.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs Bind the ingredients together.
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats Can substitute with quick oats.
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries If using frozen, add them still frozen.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, stir together the cottage cheese, orange juice, orange zest, sugar, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, cranberries, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and smooth out the top.
Baking
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top is set and lightly golden.
- Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or seeds. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the microwave for about 30-60 seconds.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 8gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g
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