Apple Cranberry Cottage Cheese Recipe

A light and refreshing twist on cottage cheese! This 5-minute recipe, inspired by Kraft Foods, combines sweet applesauce, tart cranberries, and creamy nonfat cottage cheese for a delightful brunch side dish. Guests rave about its unique flavor combination and surprisingly light texture. Easily customizable – swap cranberries for other dried fruits like raisins or chopped apricots. Perfect for a healthy and delicious start to your day or a unique addition to your next brunch menu.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 162 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 4.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple Cranberry Cottage Cheese

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 cup nonfat cottage cheese
  • Dried Cranberries
  • Cinnamon Sugar

How to Make Apple Cranberry Cottage Cheese

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce and 1 cup nonfat cottage cheese.
  2. Gently fold in 1/4 cup dried cranberries (or your favorite dried fruit).
  3. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar to taste. (Start with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and 1 teaspoon sugar, adjusting to preference).
  4. Serve immediately or chill for later. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

15g

Carbs

5g