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Carrot Cake Style cottage cheese Gems

3-Ingredient Carrot Cake Style Cottage Cheese Gems

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Carrot Cake Style Protein Gems are a delightful, healthy snack packed with protein and the comforting flavors of carrot cake. Perfect for quick snacks or breakfast on-the-go.

  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 12 mini muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese (blended)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup grated carrots (squeezed bone-dry)
  • ½ cup oat flour
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp raisins

Instructions

  1. Dry the grated carrots thoroughly by wringing them out in a paper towel until they feel like dry tinder.
  2. Combine cottage cheese, egg, grated carrots, oat flour, cinnamon, and raisins in a mixing bowl until a thick batter forms.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Scoop batter into mini-muffin tins, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
  5. Bake for 18 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool slightly before removing from tins. Enjoy warm or store for later.

Notes

  • Ensure carrots are thoroughly dried to prevent sogginess.
  • Great for meal prep—store in an airtight container.
  • Kids love these as a healthy snack alternative.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini muffin
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg