Apple Pie Breakfast Cake
High-Protein Apple Pie Breakfast Cake Recipe: A Healthy Start to Your Day
Looking for a nutritious breakfast that’s easy to make and packed with flavor? This High-Protein Apple Pie Breakfast Cake is just what you need! Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, almond flour, cottage cheese, and fresh apples, this recipe is high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats—perfect for fueling your busy mornings or keeping you satisfied all day long.
Enjoy,
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Why You’ll Love This Apple Pie Breakfast Cake:
High Protein: Cottage cheese and eggs provide a protein boost to keep you energized.
High Fiber: Oats, almond flour, and flaxseeds make this bake rich in fiber.
Healthy Fats: Almond flour, hemp seeds, and flaxseeds offer nutritious fats.
Simple Ingredients: Everything you need is likely already in your pantry or fridge.
Meal Prep Friendly: Make it once and enjoy it throughout the week!
Tips for Success
Sweetness: Adjust the amount of maple syrup to suit your taste or omit it entirely for a naturally sweet bake.
Apples: Honeycrisp apples work great, but feel free to use any variety you prefer. You can also use chopped pears or berries instead of the apples
Customizations: Add chopped nuts, raisins, or a sprinkle of shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Yes! This recipe is naturally gluten-free if you use certified gluten-free oats.Can I use a different sweetener?
Absolutely! Honey, agave, or even a sugar-free alternative can work well here.Can I freeze the leftovers?
Yes, slice the bake into portions, wrap them individually, and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
PREP TIME: 10 MIN
COOK TIME: 40-45MIN
SERVING: 6
High Protein Apple Pie Breakfast Cake
This High-Protein Apple Breakfast Cake is made with wholesome ingredients like oats, almond flour, cottage cheese, and fresh apples, this recipe is high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats—perfect for fueling your busy mornings or keeping you satisfied all day long.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup sprouted rolled oats (I used gluten-free)
1 cup almond flour (toasted if you prefer)
1/4 cup ground flax
1/4 cup hemp seeds
1 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (1 tsp for mixture, 1/2 tsp for diced apples)
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cups soy milk (any milk of choice)
1 cup cottage cheese (I used 2% lactose free)
2 eggs
2 tbsp - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (you can use any sweetener you like)
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 large apple, finely diced (I used Honeycrisp)
2 tsp lemon juice
2 tbsp flakey almonds, topping (or preferred chopped nuts or seeds)
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 375F and grease an 8×8 casserole dish. If using a different size, adjust cook time.
Add your chopped apple to a bowl, add the lemon juice and 1 tsp of cinnamon. Stir the ingredients until well combined. Set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, almond flour, ground flax, hemp seeds, baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and salt.
In a blender, add the cottage cheese, milk, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla. Blend until smooth, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Add the wet mixture to dry mixture and stir until combined. Stir in your apple mixture.
Pour mixture into baking dish. Sprinkle on the flakey almonds.
Bake, uncovered, for around 40-45 minutes, until golden brown.
Let cool for 5 minutes and then serve.
Store in refrigerator for up to 5 days or freezer in individual slices for up to 3 months.
Nutrition (Approximate): 1 serving
Calories: 313.33 kcal | Protein: 15.32 g | Fat: 18.28 g | Carbs: 26.15 g | Fiber: 5.5g | Sugar: 13 g
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