Description
Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites are the perfect blend of flavor and nutrition, making them an ideal choice for busy mornings or as a satisfying snack. These mini muffins are packed with protein and fiber, combining the creaminess of cottage cheese with the sweetness of apples and a hint of cinnamon. In just a few simple steps, you can whip up these delightful bites that not only taste great but also keep you energized throughout the day. Whether enjoyed warm or cold, they’re versatile enough to fit any meal or snack time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- 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 cottage cheese, rolled oats, applesauce (or grated apple), egg, cinnamon, honey/maple syrup (if using), baking powder, and salt.
- Mix until fully combined and let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
- Scoop the mixture into the mini muffin pan, filling each cup almost to the top.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg