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Square slice of protein cottage cheese cinnamon roll bake with Greek yogurt drizzle on a plate

Protein Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Roll Bake – High-Protein, Warm & Cozy Breakfast Casserole


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  • Author: Samantha Green
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A soft, fluffy, high-protein breakfast casserole that tastes like a cinnamon roll but is healthy, gluten-free, and perfect for meal prep.


Ingredients

Main Bake:

  • 1 cup cottage cheese

  • 2 large eggs

  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey (or low-carb sweetener of choice)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 cup almond flour (or oat flour for nut-free option)

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon

  • Pinch of salt

  • Optional: 2 tbsp raisins or chopped pecans

Optional Glaze:

  • 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or cream cheese

  • 12 tsp maple syrup

  • Splash of vanilla extract


Instructions

 

  1. Preheat & Prep – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.

  2. Blend the Wet Ingredients – Blend cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  3. Mix the Batter – Combine almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Add wet ingredients and stir until smooth. Fold in raisins or nuts if using.

  4. Bake – Pour batter into prepared dish. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until set (toothpick test).

  5. Cool & Glaze – Allow to cool slightly, mix glaze ingredients, and drizzle over the warm bake.

  6. Serve – Cut into squares and enjoy warm.

Notes

  • For a low-carb version, use sugar-free syrup.

  • Add a swirl of almond butter for extra richness.

  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

  • Great for meal prep—just reheat before serving.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Cuisine: American