Apple cottage cheese
Delight in the simplicity of our Apple Cottage Cheese recipe. Combine creamy low-fat cottage cheese with crisp apples and a hint of cinnamon for a nutritious, protein-packed snack. Perfect for breakfast or a midday treat!
- 04 Feb 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 3 min
- 1 Servings
- 3 Ingredients
Apple cottage cheese is a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the sweetness of apples and the warm spice of cinnamon. It's quick to make, low in calories, and packed with protein and other essential nutrients. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or a quick mid-day snack, this recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash the apple thoroughly.
- Slice the apple in half and remove the core from one half.
- Dice the half apple into small, bite-sized pieces. You can peel the apple or leave the skin on, depending on your preference.
- In a medium-sized bowl, add 1 cup (230g) of lowfat cottage cheese.
- Add the diced apple pieces to the bowl with the cottage cheese.
- Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon over the top.
- Gently stir the cottage cheese, apple pieces, and cinnamon together until the ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Spoon the mixture into a serving bowl or dish.
- Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for a few minutes if you prefer it chilled.
Tips:
- For extra flavor and texture, consider adding a handful of chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds.
- For added sweetness, drizzle a little bit of honey or maple syrup on top.
- To save time, you can use pre-sliced or shredded apples from the grocery store.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of apples, such as Granny Smith for a tart flavor or Fuji for a sweeter taste.
- If you prefer warm dishes, you can lightly sauté the apple slices in a pan with a bit of butter before mixing them with the cottage cheese.
Apple cottage cheese is a versatile and delightful dish that can be customized to suit your tastes. Whether you enjoy it as-is or with added toppings, it's a simple and healthy way to fuel your day. Give it a try and savor the comforting flavors of cinnamon and apple combined with creamy cottage cheese.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 320 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 210kcal | 11% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 27g | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 20g | 5% |
| Fiber 2.53g | 7% |
| Sugar 16g | 16% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 2.47g | 3% |
| Saturated 1.49g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 9mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 27ug | 3% |
| Choline 44mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B1 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 0.40mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B3 0.38mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 0.19mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B9 30ug | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 1.42ug | 59% |
| Vitamin C 4.21mg | 5% |
| Vitamin E 0.20mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K 2.43ug | 2% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 150mg | 12% |
| Copper, Cu 0.09mg | 10% |
| Iron, Fe 0.48mg | 4% |
| Magnesium, Mg 16mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus, P 310mg | 25% |
| Potassium, K 290mg | 9% |
| Selenium, Se 20ug | 37% |
| Sodium, Na 920mg | 61% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.91mg | 8% |
| Water | |
| Water 260g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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