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Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites

Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites for a Healthy Snack Attack

Enjoy these Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites, a protein-packed snack that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese opt for small curd whole milk for best results
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats can substitute with quick oats if needed
  • 1 cup Applesauce or Grated Apple using firm varieties like Honeycrisp enhances flavor
  • 1 large Egg acts as a binder for consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon use high-quality for optimal taste
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup optional, adjust based on sweetness of apples
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder check for freshness to achieve best results
  • 1 pinch Salt to enhance flavors without overpowering

Equipment

  • Mini muffin pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a mini muffin pan.
  2. Combine cottage cheese, rolled oats, applesauce or grated apple, egg, cinnamon, honey or maple syrup, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes to allow oats to absorb moisture.
  4. Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup nearly to the top.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
  6. Cool for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days; can freeze for up to 2 months.

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