25-Minute Strawberry Oat Protein Bites
Quick and nutritious protein bites made with wholesome ingredients that kids will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (blended smooth)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (keep them whole, do not blend)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup fresh strawberries, finely diced (divided)
Instructions
- Whisk the Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the blended cottage cheese, egg, honey, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine Oats and Baking Powder: Stir in the whole rolled oats and baking powder. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the oats to hydrate.
- Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold in half of the finely diced strawberries to the oat mixture.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop the Batter: Scoop 1-inch balls of the thick batter onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening them slightly into thick discs.
- Top with Strawberries: Press the remaining diced strawberries onto the tops of the bites to add a fresh burst of flavor.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let them cool completely on the baking sheet to firm up before enjoying.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg