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Cottage Cheese Cranberry Orange Breakfast Bake

A cozy breakfast bake that combines cottage cheese, cranberries, and orange zest for a delightful and healthy start to your day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese Full-fat cottage cheese recommended.
  • 1 cup cranberries Fresh or dried cranberries can be used.
  • 1 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed juice adds zing.
  • Zest of 1 orange orange zest Adds bright flavor.
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup flour All-purpose flour works best.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Will help the bake rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Whisked before adding.
  • 1/4 cup melted butter Can use a buttery alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, cranberries, orange juice, and zest.
  • In another bowl, mix sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  • Beat eggs and add them to the cottage cheese mixture along with melted butter and vanilla.
  • Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • Cool for a few minutes, slice, and enjoy warm or chilled.

Notes

Don’t skip the orange zest; it adds an incredible layer of flavor. Let it cool for better cutting and texture, and consider adding nuts or spices for variation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
Keyword Cottage Cheese, cranberry, Easy Recipe, Healthy Breakfast, Orange
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