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How To Make Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites Recipe

How To Make Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites Recipe
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Delicious and nutritious Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites made with wholesome ingredients like cottage cheese, rolled oats, and fresh apples. These mini baked treats are perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast, combining creamy texture with warm cinnamon flavor and natural sweetness.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup (90g) rolled oats
  • 1/2 tsp (1.5g) ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp (2g) baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (240g) cottage cheese, preferably small curds and whole milk
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) applesauce or small grated apple (use sweet, firm varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp (21g) honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare the pan: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to warm fully. Grease a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray or oil, or line it with mini muffin liners to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
  2. Mix ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, applesauce or grated apple, egg, cinnamon, honey or maple syrup if using, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended. This ensures the flavors meld evenly and the texture is uniform.
  3. Rest the batter: Allow the batter to sit for 5 minutes at room temperature. This resting period lets the oats absorb some moisture, resulting in fluffier bites after baking.
  4. Fill the muffin pan: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup nearly to the top. Avoid overcrowding the cups to help the bites bake evenly without sticking together.
  5. Bake: Place the muffin pan into the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes. The bites are done when the tops appear lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Ovens vary, so monitor closely towards the end of baking and add 2-3 more minutes if necessary for golden tops.
  6. Cool and serve: Remove the pan from the oven and let the bites cool in the pan for a few minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling allows the bites to firm up and develop a better texture for handling and eating.

Notes

  • You can substitute applesauce with finely grated fresh apple for texture.
  • Use whole milk cottage cheese for best flavor and moisture.
  • Honey or maple syrup is optional depending on your desired sweetness.
  • Ensure oats are rolled oats, not instant, for best bite texture.
  • These bites can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to a month.
  • For a vegan version, substitute egg and cottage cheese with plant-based alternatives, adjusting moisture levels accordingly.

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Keywords: cinnamon, apple, cottage cheese, healthy bites, baked snacks, breakfast bites, mini muffins

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