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40 min
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easy
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vegetarian
These healthy apple oats fritters taste like little cinnamon-apple pancakes, but in a bite-size, snackable form.
They are lightly sweetened with maple syrup, packed with oats and cottage cheese, and pan-cooked with just a bit of oil.
Serve them warm for an after-school snack, quick breakfast, or a wholesome treat with your afternoon coffee.
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Add the old-fashioned oats and rolled oats to a blender or food processor.
Pulse until they look like a fine, soft flour with just a few tiny flecks.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the applesauce, cottage cheese, egg, maple syrup, vanilla, and olive oil.
Whisk until the mixture looks smooth and the cottage cheese curds mostly break down.
In a separate bowl, combine the blended oat flour, all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
Add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and gently fold until no dry spots remain.
The batter will feel thick but scoopable, similar to a hearty pancake batter.
Cover the bowl and chill the batter in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
This rest lets the oats hydrate, which gives a tender texture and helps the fritters hold together.
Place a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and let it preheat for a couple minutes.
Lightly coat the surface with olive oil spray so the fritters brown without needing much added fat.
Scoop the chilled batter into the skillet using about 2 tablespoons per fritter, leaving space between each mound.
Gently press each mound to flatten into a small patty for even cooking.
Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until deep golden and set in the center.
Lower the heat slightly if the fritters brown too fast before the centers cook through.
Repeat with the remaining batter, adding a bit more spray between batches if the pan looks dry.
Serve the fritters warm with extra applesauce, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a spoonful of yogurt.
They also taste great at room temperature, which makes them easy for lunch boxes and snacks.
| Energy | 172 | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 7 | g |
| Total Fat | 7 | g |
| Carbohydrates | 23 | g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 | g |
* Approximate, per serving.
Data source: USDA FoodData Central.
These cozy apple oat fritters pair beautifully with hot coffee, chai, or a cold glass of milk.
Try topping them with sautéed cinnamon apples, toasted nuts, or a dollop of whipped ricotta for brunch.
For a dessert twist, add dark chocolate chips to the batter and finish with a dusting of cinnamon.
Michelle, Irving: My first time making apple oats fritters and absolutely in love with this snack. Hubby and kids loved them and would like me to make these again soon. I added a little extra cinnamon and did an extra drizzle of maple syrup on top, so cozy and delicious 😋 LOVE LOVE LOVE this recipe.
: So happy these were a hit, Michelle!
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