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Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites: A Cozy, Protein-Packed Snack Recipe

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Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites are warm, protein-packed mini snacks that blend oats, cottage cheese, and apples with a hint of cinnamon. Ideal for busy mornings or a nutritious snack, these tasty bites offer a cozy flavor and satisfy cravings with wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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

  1. Preheat oven 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.
  2. Mix ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, applesauce or grated apple, egg, cinnamon, honey or maple syrup, baking powder, and salt. Stir until all ingredients are well combined and form a uniform batter.
  3. Let batter rest: Allow the batter to sit for 5 minutes to let the oats absorb moisture, which helps the bites hold their shape during baking.
  4. Fill muffin pan: Evenly scoop the mixture into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup almost to the top for nicely shaped bites.
  5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the bites are set and lightly golden on top, indicating they are cooked through.
  6. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and let the bites cool for a few minutes in the pan. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture.
  7. Serve and store: Enjoy the bites warm or store them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze in an airtight container and thaw overnight before serving.

Notes

  • To freeze, store in an airtight container and thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Optional add-ins include chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or raisins for added texture and flavor.

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