Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites, the perfect snack for any time of day! This delightful recipe combines creamy cottage cheese with nutritious oats and the warm flavors of cinnamon and apple, creating a guilt-free treat that’s both satisfying and delicious. Ideal for busy mornings or afternoon cravings, these bites pack a protein punch while keeping your sweet tooth happy. Plus, they’re incredibly versatile—enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store them for later. Perfect for meal prep, you can whip up a batch in just 30 minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup applesauce or 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). Grease a mini muffin pan or line it with muffin liners.
- In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, rolled oats, applesauce (or grated apple), egg, cinnamon, honey (or maple syrup), baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the oats to absorb moisture.
- Fill each muffin cup almost to the top with the mixture.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg