Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites Recipe
Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites are a cozy and protein-packed snack that combines creamy cottage cheese, wholesome rolled oats, and the sweet warmth of cinnamon and apple. Baked into mini muffin-sized bites, they make a convenient and nutritious treat perfect for breakfast, snack time, or a light dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 mini bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup applesauce or 1 small grated apple
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan or line it with mini muffin liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, rolled oats, applesauce or grated apple, egg, cinnamon, honey or maple syrup, baking powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Rest the Batter: Let the batter sit for 5 minutes to allow the oats to absorb moisture, which helps create the perfect texture.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Scoop the batter evenly into the mini muffin pan, filling each cup almost to the top for uniform bite-sized treats.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes or until the bites are set and have a light golden color on top.
- Cool: Allow the bites to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy the bites warm or store them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days for a quick and healthy snack.
Notes
- Using grated apple instead of applesauce adds extra texture.
- Honey or maple syrup is optional; omit for a less sweet, lower sugar option.
- You can substitute rolled oats with gluten-free oats if needed.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge to maintain freshness.
- These bites can be enjoyed cold or gently warmed in the microwave.
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