Nutty Apple-Cranberry Breakfast Bites
These Nutty Apple-Cranberry Breakfast Bites are the perfect solution for busy mornings when you need a nutritious snack on-the-go. Loaded with wholesome oats, crunchy granola, and sweet bursts of dried cranberries and fresh apples, these cookies are as delicious as they are fulfilling. They provide a satisfying mix of flavors and textures, making them a delightful way to start your day or an energizing pick-me-up anytime. Prepare a big batch on the weekend, and you'll always have a healthy snack handy, whether in your bag, car, or office drawer. Plus, feel free to experiment with different fruits according to your taste. Experience the all-around goodness without the guilt!
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Servings
30
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cake Flour
500 ml (sifted)
Oats
500 ml (none)
Granola Cereal or Coconut
500 ml (none)
Brown Sugar
350 ml (none)
Butter or Margarine
275 ml (softened)
Dried Cranberries or Raisins
250 ml (none)
Maple Syrup or Honey
30 ml (none)
Big Apples or Pears
2 (grated)
Egg
1 (whisked)
Bicarbonate of Soda
5 ml (dissolved in a little milk)
Vanilla Essence
5 ml (none)
Cinnamon
2 ml (none)
Salt
3 ml (none)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) and prepare your baking sheets by lightly greasing them with nonstick spray or butter.
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2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in the oats, granola (or coconut), and dried cranberries (or raisins) until well combined.
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3. In a separate bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 3-5 minutes.
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4. Incorporate the whisked egg, followed by the maple syrup (or honey) and vanilla essence, mixing until everything is thoroughly blended.
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5. Add the grated apples (or pears) and the bicarbonate of soda that has been dissolved in a splash of milk. Stir these wet ingredients into the dry mixture, ensuring everything is well mixed. Knead the dough lightly to bring it together.
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6. Form the dough into small balls, about the size of your palm, and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them a couple of inches apart.
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7. Using a fork, gently flatten each ball to create a pattern on top, then bake them in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
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8. Once baked, let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
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9. Store the cooled cookies in airtight containers to keep them fresh throughout the week.
Nutrition Information
1 g
Fat
4 g
Carbs
1 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Nutty Apple-Cranberry Breakfast Bites?
They are nutritious snack cookies loaded with oats, granola, dried cranberries, and fresh apples, designed for busy mornings or on-the-go snacking.
What is the calorie count for one breakfast bite?
Each Nutty Apple-Cranberry Breakfast Bite contains approximately 30 calories.
Can I use honey instead of maple syrup?
Yes, the recipe allows for either maple syrup or honey to be used as a sweetener.
What oven temperature is required for baking?
Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius or 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Can I substitute the apples with another fruit?
Yes, you can use grated pears instead of apples if you prefer.
How long should the cookies bake?
The cookies should be baked for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
How do I prepare the bicarbonate of soda?
The bicarbonate of soda should be dissolved in a small splash of milk before being added to the wet ingredients.
Can I use coconut instead of granola cereal?
Yes, the recipe provides the option to use either 500 ml of granola cereal or coconut.
How should I prepare the baking sheets?
Baking sheets should be lightly greased with nonstick spray or butter before placing the dough on them.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each bite contains 1 gram of fat.
How much protein is in each cookie?
Each Nutty Apple-Cranberry Breakfast Bite provides 1 gram of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a single bite?
There are 4 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the best way to store these breakfast bites?
Store the cooled cookies in airtight containers to maintain freshness throughout the week.
Can I use raisins if I do not have dried cranberries?
Yes, you can substitute dried cranberries with an equal amount of raisins.
How long should I beat the butter and sugar?
Beat the butter and brown sugar together for approximately 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
What size should I make the dough balls?
Form the dough into small balls about the size of your palm.
Why do I need a fork for this recipe?
A fork is used to gently flatten each dough ball and create a pattern on top before baking.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
This recipe requires 13 ingredients in total.
What type of flour is used in these breakfast bites?
The recipe calls for 500 ml of sifted cake flour.
Is there any salt in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 3 ml of salt, which is sifted with the flour and cinnamon.
What kind of oats are used?
The recipe calls for 500 ml of oats.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe requires one whisked egg.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use either butter or margarine, as long as it is softened.
When should I add the vanilla essence?
Incorporate the vanilla essence after the egg and maple syrup have been mixed into the creamed butter and sugar.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes first, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
What spices are used for flavor?
The recipe uses 2 ml of cinnamon for flavoring.
How much brown sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe requires 350 ml of brown sugar.
Are these cookies suitable for meal prep?
Yes, they are ideal for meal prep as you can make a big batch on the weekend for the week ahead.
Is the fruit grated or chopped?
The fresh fruit, whether apples or pears, should be grated before being added to the dough.
How do I mix the dry and wet ingredients?
Stir the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until well mixed, then knead the dough lightly to bring it together.