A cozy fall snack bowl featuring warm cinnamon apple pie filling spooned over creamy cottage cheese for a nourishing and indulgent treat.

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2 medium apples, chopped

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1–2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey

1 teaspoon coconut oil or butter

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2–3/4 cup cottage cheese per bowl

optional toppings: crushed nuts or toasted oats

1. Wash, core, and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces.

2. Heat coconut oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat.

3. Add chopped apples and cook for 5–7 minutes until they begin to soften.

4. Stir in cinnamon, maple syrup or honey, and cook for 2–3 more minutes until the apples are caramelized.

5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

6. Divide chilled cottage cheese between bowls.

7. Spoon warm apple mixture over the cottage cheese.

8. Top with crushed nuts or toasted oats if desired.

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