Warm Cinnamon Apple Bowl with Cottage Cheese and Peanut Butter
A cozy, easy-to-digest late-night snack pairing warm spiced apples with creamy cottage cheese and a touch of peanut butter. Designed to keep blood sugar steady and support restful sleep.
Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Caitlin + Lila
Caitlin created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSteadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfort before bed
Finish the evening satisfied, not stuffed
A well-portioned evening meal can help you avoid going to bed hungry. Notice which timing and portion feel most comfortable for you.
Notice: dinner timing + comfort
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
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Instructions
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Next: Core and thinly slice the red apple
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Core and thinly slice the red apple
Core and thinly slice the red apple.
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Place a small non-stick skillet over medium…
Place a small non-stick skillet over medium heat (around 325°F / 165°C).
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Add the sliced apple to the pan…
Add the sliced apple to the pan along with the ground cinnamon, stirring to coat the slices evenly.
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Cook the apple slices for 4 to…
Cook the apple slices for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and slightly caramelized around the edges.
Look for: they are tender and slightly caramelized around the edges
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Spoon the cottage cheese into a small…
Spoon the cottage cheese into a small bowl.
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Top the warm cottage cheese with the…
Top the warm cottage cheese with the cooked cinnamon apple slices.
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Drizzle the peanut butter over the top…
Drizzle the peanut butter over the top and serve immediately.
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