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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites

Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites: Blissful Snacks

Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites are satisfying, protein-packed snacks that offer a delightful grab-and-go option for any time of day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese full-fat or low-fat based on preference
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats gluten-free if desired
  • 1 Large Egg or substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest avoid lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Salt sea salt preferred
For the Mix-In
  • 1 cup Blueberries fresh preferred or frozen without thawing

Equipment

  • Blender
  • mini muffin pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, rolled oats, large egg, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  3. Transfer the batter to a large bowl and gently fold in the blueberries.
  4. Let the batter sit for about 5 minutes.
  5. Fill each mini muffin cup about 3/4 full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden and springy. Check doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These bites are a great snack option that are protein-packed and freezer-friendly. Perfect for meal prep!

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