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Healthy Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites for Guilt-Free Snacking Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These Healthy Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites are the perfect guilt-free snack, packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, cottage cheese, applesauce, and warm cinnamon. With a moist, tender texture and a hint of natural sweetness, these mini muffins are great for breakfast or anytime energy boost. They’re easy to make, baked to perfection, and customizable with nuts, chocolate chips, or seeds for extra flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese (or substitute with ricotta)
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats (or use quick oats for softer texture)
  • 1/2 cup Applesauce (or grated apple)
  • 1 large Egg (to bind ingredients)
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (or use nutmeg for extra flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder (ensure freshness)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Additional Mix-Ins

  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts (like pecans or walnuts)
  • 1/4 cup Mini Chocolate Chips or Raisins (for added sweetness)
  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin Puree (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Chia Seeds or Ground Flaxseed (for extra fiber)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, rolled oats, applesauce (or grated apple), egg, cinnamon, honey or maple syrup if using, baking powder, and salt. Stir until the batter is well mixed.
  3. Let batter rest: Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes. This lets the oats absorb moisture, resulting in a better texture.
  4. Add optional mix-ins: Fold in any additional ingredients like chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips or raisins, pumpkin puree, and chia seeds or ground flaxseed if desired.
  5. Fill muffin cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup nearly to the top to ensure nicely sized bites.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the bites are set and lightly golden on top.
  7. Cool: Let the bites cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy as a healthy snack or breakfast option!

Notes

  • You can substitute cottage cheese with ricotta for a smoother texture.
  • Quick oats may be used instead of rolled oats for a softer bite.
  • Omit honey or maple syrup if you prefer less sweetness or to make it suitable for diabetics.
  • These bites store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Feel free to add your favorite nuts or dried fruits to customize flavor and texture.
  • For a vegan version, substitute egg with a flax egg and use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Ensure your baking powder is fresh to get the best rise and fluffiness.

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