Arts and Crafts

18/03/2026

Douro River - Thanks to photographer, Michele Lopes.

18/03/2026

18/03/2026

Flowers in my garden.

13/03/2026

12/03/2026

Cottage Cheese Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Bars 🍏🍯

Ingredients (makes about 12 bars):
2 cups cottage cheese
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup diced apples
1/2 cup honey
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Nutrition info (per bar): ~150 kcal | 7g protein | 3g fat | 26g carbs

Directions:
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, rolled oats, diced apples, honey, cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt, and nuts if using. Mix until well combined.
Step 3: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Step 4: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Prep Time: 10 min | Bake Time: 30 min | Total: 40 min

Tips for Success:
Allow bars to cool completely before cutting for clean edges. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

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