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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites

Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites for Blissful Snacking

Delight in these Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites, a nutritious, protein-packed snack that’s low in sugar and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Snacks
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Ricotta can be used for a different texture.
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Quick oats may be substituted for a softer bite.
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Agave nectar is a great vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh zest is preferred over juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for leavening.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 cup Blueberries (fresh or frozen) Keep frozen blueberries unthawed.

Equipment

  • blender
  • 24-cup mini muffin pan
  • Rubber Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan.
  2. In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, egg, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 30-45 seconds.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and gently fold in the blueberries.
  4. Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Fill each cup of the muffin pan about ¾ full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden and springy to the touch.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

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

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