Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour (or white whole wheat flour)

  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon Salt

  • ½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon

  • 1 cup Low-fat cottage cheese (small curd)

  • ¼ cup Unsweetened applesauce or melted coconut oil

  • 2 tablespoons Maple syrup or honey

  • 1 medium Apple, peeled and finely diced (Honeycrisp or Fuji work well)

  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

  • 2-3 tablespoons Milk (as needed for dough consistency)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.

  3. Blend Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl (or food processor for a smoother texture), mix the cottage cheese, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.

  4. Combine: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to fold the mixture together until a shaggy dough begins to form. Fold in the finely diced apples.

  5. Adjust Consistency: If the dough is too dry, add milk one tablespoon at a time until the dough holds together but is not overly sticky.

  6. Shape the Biscuits: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it down to about 1-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out circles.

  7. Bake: Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced about an inch apart. Bake for 15–18 minutes,

  8. Cool: Let the biscuits rest on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm.