Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites, a nutritious and satisfying treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a light dessert. These bites combine the sweetness of apples with fragrant cinnamon, delivering a protein-packed option that’s quick and easy to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up these deliciously wholesome bites that are sure to please everyone in the family. Enjoy them warm or chilled, and feel free to customize with your favorite fruits or nuts for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese (preferably whole milk)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup applesauce or grated apple
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, applesauce or grated apple, egg, ground cinnamon, honey or maple syrup (if using), baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix until smooth.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the oats to absorb moisture.
- Spoon the batter into the mini muffin pan, filling each cup nearly to the top.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until lightly golden and set.
- Allow cooling in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (60g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg