Cinnamon Apple Cottage Cheese Pancake Bites 🍎🥞 – Fluffy, Protein-Packed & Ready in 20 Minutes Ingredients (Makes ~12 Bites): ½ cup cottage cheese (120 g) 1 egg 1 small apple, peeled & finely chopped (about 100 g) ¼ cup oat flour (30 g) (or almond flour for low-carb) ½ tsp baking powder (2 g) ½ tsp ground cinnamon (1–2 g) 1–2 tsp maple syrup or honey (optional, 7–14 g) Pinch of salt Directions: Step 1 — Prep Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C) or oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin (oven) or silicone molds (air fryer). Step 2 — Mix Wet Ingredients In a bowl, blend cottage cheese, egg, and maple syrup or honey (if using) until smooth. Step 3 — Add Dry Ingredients Stir in oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Fold in the finely chopped apple until evenly distributed. Step 4 — Fill & Cook Spoon batter into the molds, filling each about ¾ full. Air Fryer: Cook 8–10 minutes until lightly golden and set. Oven: Bake 12–15 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Step 5 — Cool & Serve Let the bites cool for 2–3 minutes. Serve warm or store for a quick grab-and-go snack. Tips for Success: • Dice the apple very finely for even cooking. • Sprinkle extra cinnamon on top before cooking for enhanced flavor. • Store in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for 1 month. Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 10–15 min Total Time: 20–25 min