Apple Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Breakfast Cookies
These breakfast cookies combine wholesome cottage cheese with the flavors of apple and cinnamon, providing a nutritious and delicious start to your day.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Use low-fat for a lighter option.
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Maple syrup for a vegan option.
- 1 large egg Can be replaced with a flaxseed meal or chia seed mixture for vegan.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For added flavor.
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rolled oats Use quick oats for faster baking.
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Can add nutmeg or ginger for a flavor twist.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Mix-ins (optional)
- 2 medium apples, peeled and diced For sweetness and moisture.
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts Toasted for enhanced flavor.
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries For added sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the diced apples, nuts, and raisins or cranberries if using.
Baking
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
These cookies can be served warm or slightly cooled and pair well with coffee or tea. Consider additional toppings like yogurt or nut butter.