Description
Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites are a delightful and nutritious snack that effortlessly combines the warm flavors of cinnamon and apple into a bite-sized treat. These protein-packed mini muffins are perfect for busy mornings, after-school snacks, or a healthy dessert option. With simple ingredients that come together in just 30 minutes, they’re an excellent choice for anyone looking to satisfy their cravings without compromising on health. Whether enjoyed warm straight from the oven or stored in the fridge for later, these bites are sure to become a favorite in your household. Plus, they can easily be customized with your favorite mix-ins!
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 the 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 or maple syrup (if using), baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- 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 lightly golden and set.
- Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg