Creamy High-Protein Cinnamon Applesauce Oatmeal Recipe (3 Ingredients, 10 Minutes) Breakfast Brunch Grains Fruit Gluten-free Budget Recipes High Protein Recipes

It doesn't have to be fall to enjoy applesauce, but autumn is definitely the perfect season to get creative with it. I've been making recipes using chunky cinnamon applesauce because it's such a wonderful way to celebrate the season. This creamy high-protein cinnamon applesauce oatmeal recipe is my latest fave!

Starting my day with a protein-packed breakfast has become more of a priority, and incorporating healthy cottage cheese a great way to do that. When you combine oatmeal and cottage cheese, you get the health benefits of oats and the health benefits of protein in one amazing dish. Oats offer an important source of vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. 

To make this gluten-free oatmeal recipe, you need only three wholesome ingredients: quick-cook oats, cottage cheese and chunky cinnamon applesauce. The texture of the cottage cheese blends into the texture of the oatmeal and the chunkiness of the applesauce. You simply cook the oatmeal according to package directions then mix in the other two ingredients. You can add optional toppings like berries or chopped nuts, too.

Serve this quick and delish oatmeal recipe for breakfast throughout the week. It makes a cozy weekend brunch, too!

Cuisine: American 
Prep Time: 5 minutes 
Cook Time: 5 minutes 
Total Time: 10 minutes 
Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup quick-cook oats
• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
• 1 cup chunky cinnamon applesauce
• fresh berries, chopped walnuts, etc. (optional garnishes)

Recipe Notes

• Oats are naturally gluten-free, but to be sure, use gluten-free oats.

• For a festive flavor boost, sprinkle oatmeal with some ground cinnamon, if you like.

• I topped the oatmeal with fresh raspberries and walnuts, but those are optional.

• Store leftover oatmeal in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the microwave.

Here's how to make it:

1. Prepare the oats according to package directions. Remove from heat.
2. Add the cottage cheese to the oatmeal in the pot and stir to combine.
3. Add the applesauce to the mixture and stir to combine.
4. Serve immediately.
    
5. Garnish with toppings of choice, if desired.

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