Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites You’ll Love

These Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites are a deliciously healthy snack packed with protein and flavor.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 22

Resting Time 5

Total Time 37

Servings: 12 bites

Course: Snacks

Calories: 50

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

1 cup Cottage Cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
1 cup Rolled Oats Use quick oats for smoother texture.
1 large Egg Or substitute with a flax egg.
1 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup Replace with agave syrup or omit for sugar-free.
1 tsp Vanilla Extract Omitting it won’t alter the recipe significantly.
1 tbsp Lemon Zest Lemon juice may be used but can affect texture.
1 tsp Baking Powder Essential for rising, avoid substitutions.
1/4 tsp Salt Can be omitted for low-sodium version.
1 cup Blueberries Swap with raspberries or chopped strawberries if desired.

Equipment

Blender
Mini Muffin Pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan.
In a blender, combine cottage cheese, rolled oats, egg, honey, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Pour the batter into a bowl and gently fold in the blueberries.
Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes.
Fill each mini muffin cup about three-quarters full with the batter.
Bake in the oven for 18-22 minutes, until golden and firm.
Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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