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Plate of cinnamon apple cottage cheese bites baked as high protein snacks for healthy eating.

High Protein Apple Bites | Cinnamon Cottage Cheese Snack for Healthy Eating


  • Total Time: 37 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bites 1x

Description

These High Protein Apple Bites combine crisp apples, creamy cottage cheese, oats, and warming cinnamon into a wholesome baked snack perfect for families, active kids, and elderly individuals seeking easy-to-chew nutritious treats.


Ingredients

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  • 2 medium apples, finely chopped
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 12 tablespoons honey
  • pinch of salt

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    2. Puree cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth.

    3. In a bowl, combine oats, flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.

    4. Add blended cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla, and honey to dry ingredients and stir until a thick batter forms.

    5. Toss chopped apples in lemon juice to prevent browning, then fold into the batter.

    6. Scoop tablespoonfuls of batter onto the prepared sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.

    7. Bake for 18–22 minutes until edges are golden and tops feel firm.

    8. Cool on a wire rack for 5–10 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 22 minutes
    • Category: snack
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 2-3 bites
    • Calories: 120
    • Sugar: 8
    • Sodium: 150
    • Fat: 3
    • Saturated Fat: 1
    • Unsaturated Fat: 2
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 12
    • Fiber: 3
    • Protein: 9
    • Cholesterol: 40

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