Overview of Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites

These mini bites are:

• High in protein
• Naturally sweetened
• Made with simple pantry ingredients
• Perfect for meal prep
• Kid-approved
• Soft and cake-like

What They Taste Like

Imagine apple pie filling tucked inside a soft oatmeal muffin.

The cinnamon brings warmth, the apple adds natural sweetness, and the cottage cheese makes them tender and moist — without tasting like cheese at all.

They’re lightly sweet, not heavy, and deeply satisfying.

Full Ingredients List (Complete & Detailed)

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Main Ingredients

• 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  OR 1 small apple (about ½ cup), finely grated
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional but cozy)
• 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt

Optional Add-Ins

• 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (reduce oats slightly)

Tools You’ll Need

• Mini muffin tin (12-count)
• Mixing bowl
• Spoon or cookie scoop
• Oven

How to Make Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Bites

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Step 1: Preheat

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Lightly grease mini muffin tin.

Step 2: Blend or Mix

For smoother texture:

Blend cottage cheese, egg, applesauce (or grated apple), maple syrup, and vanilla.

For more texture:

Simply whisk together by hand.

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients

Stir in:

• Rolled oats
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Baking powder
• Salt

Mix until combined.

Fold in any optional add-ins.

Step 4: Fill Muffin Tin

Scoop batter evenly into mini muffin cavities.

Fill about ¾ full.

Step 5: Bake

Bake 15–18 minutes until tops are lightly golden and set.

Let cool 5 minutes before removing.

The kitchen will smell like apple pie — I promise.

What to Serve With These Bites

• Greek yogurt
• Drizzle of almond butter
• Warmed with extra cinnamon
• Fresh apple slices

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Tips for Making Them Perfect

• Use finely grated apple for moisture
• Don’t overbake — they stay soft
• Let cool before removing from tin
• Blend for smoother texture
• Store in airtight container

Storage Instructions

Refrigerator: up to 5 days
Freeze: up to 2 months

Reheat 10–15 seconds in microwave for fresh-baked feel.

General Information

Cottage cheese is a protein powerhouse — and in baking, it adds:

✔ Moisture
✔ Tender crumb
✔ Extra protein
✔ Balanced texture

These bites are ideal for:

• Meal prep
• Post-workout snack
• Kids’ lunchboxes
• Healthy dessert

Frequently Asked Questions

Do they taste like cottage cheese?

Not at all — it melts into the batter.

Can I make them gluten-free?

Yes — ensure oats are certified gluten-free.

Can I make full-size muffins?

Yes — bake 20–25 minutes.

Can I reduce sweetener?

Yes — apples add natural sweetness.

Nutritional Information (Per Bite – 12 Bites)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	85 kcal
Protein	4g
Fat	2g
Carbohydrates	13g
Sugar	5g
Fiber	2g
Sodium	90mg

Approximate values.

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