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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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Deliciously soft and nutritious Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites that combine creamy cottage cheese, rolled oats, and sweet apples with warm cinnamon spice. Perfect as a wholesome snack or a quick breakfast option, these mini muffin-sized bites are easy to make, gluten-free, and packed with protein and fiber to keep you energized.

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 Oven and Prepare Pan: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to warm fully. Grease the 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 to ensure even flavor distribution and uniform texture.
  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 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. Monitor closely and add 2-3 minutes if necessary.
  6. Cool: 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, which helps them firm up for easier handling and better texture.

Notes

  • Use whole milk cottage cheese with small curds for best texture and flavor.
  • Choose sweet, firm apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji for natural sweetness and crunch.
  • Honey or maple syrup is optional depending on your preferred sweetness level.
  • Ensure to not overfill the muffin cups to avoid uneven baking.
  • Store bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • These bites are naturally gluten-free but ensure oats are certified gluten-free if you have gluten intolerance.

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