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There are few things more comforting than a warm, sweet apple kugel straight out of the oven. It’s the kind of dish that instantly transports you to a bustling Shabbat table, your bubbie insisting on just one more slice. But what if we told you that kugel could be more than just a holiday treat? That it could double as a protein-packed, grab-and-go snack — without losing an ounce of that nostalgic flavor? Enter Mini Apple Kugels with a High-Protein Twist, made possible by Qualify Protein Powder — all the cozy, cinnamony goodness you love, now with 8g of protein per kugel (because even kugel deserves an upgrade).
Why Add Protein to Kugel?
We love a classic kugel, but adding protein makes it even more satisfying — perfect for:
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✔ A balanced Shabbat treat (won’t leave you crashing after Kiddush)
✔ A grab-and-go breakfast
✔ A high-protein snack that actually tastes amazing
✔ A post-workout bite (carbs + protein = recovery fuel)
Qualify Protein Powder blends in seamlessly, delivering 8g of protein in every mini kugel — no weird aftertaste, no chalky texture, just clean, kosher-certified nutrition that works in everything from smoothies to baked goods.
Perfect for Shabbat, breakfast on the go, or a post-workout snack, this easy recipe will have you rethinking kugel as more than just a holiday treat.
Ready to bake? Grab your apples and let’s get started! And if you want to boost the protein in more of your favorite recipes, shop Qualify Protein on Amazon and keep your pantry stocked with high-quality, versatile nutrition.
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Mini Apple Kugels with a High-Protein Twist
All the cozy, cinnamony goodness you love, now with 8g of protein per kugel (because even kugel deserves an upgrade).
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 apples, chopped
- 2 scoops Qualify unflavored protein powder
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup olive/avocado/coconut oil
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the glaze (optional):
- powdered sugar and water
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix all the dry ingredients together: protein powder, sugar, flour, cinnamon and baking powder.
- Mix in 3 eggs, oil and lemon juice.
- Chop your apples. Once your batter is mixed together, mix in the chopped apples.
- Scoop the batter into muffin tins.
- Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes.
- Let it cool and (optional) drizzle an icing glaze made with powdered sugar and water.
- Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jewish
I’m confused. What makes this a kugel? Isn’t this like a muffin?