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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites

Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites for Quick Snacking

Enjoy Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites, a delicious protein-packed snack that's quick and easy to make!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 1 cup cottage cheese low-fat recommended
  • 1 cup rolled oats quick oats can be used
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan version
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup adds natural sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or imitation flavor if needed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest fresh zest preferred
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder check freshness
  • a pinch salt enhances flavors
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh is best, frozen if kept icy

Equipment

  • blender
  • mini muffin pan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan.
    Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, rolled oats, egg, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
    Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
  3. Transfer the batter to a bowl and gently fold in the blueberries.
    Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
  4. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes.
    Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
  5. Fill each muffin cup about ¾ full with the batter.
    Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
    Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
    Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These bites can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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