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Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites

Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites for a Healthy Snack Fix

Delicious Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites that offer a healthy snack fix, packed with protein and perfect for busy days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese small curds recommended
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats instant oats can work
  • 1/2 cup Applesauce or Grated Apple use sweet varieties like Honeycrisp
  • 1 large Egg can use flax or chia seed egg for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon high-quality for robust taste
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup optional, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts or Seeds choose favorites for personal touch
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt Greek yogurt recommended for extra protein

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare your muffin pan.
  2. Grease a mini muffin pan or line it with mini muffin liners.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, rolled oats, applesauce or grated apple, egg, ground cinnamon, honey or maple syrup (if using), baking powder, and salt. Stir thoroughly.
  4. Allow the batter to rest for about 5 minutes.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin pan, filling each cup nearly to the top.
  6. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until lightly golden, and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the bites in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness to taste and experiment with ingredient substitutions for new flavors. Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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