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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites

Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites for Happy Snacking

Enjoy these Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites for a quick, protein-packed snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Quick oats can be used
  • 1 large Egg For vegan alternative, use a flax egg
  • 1 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup Can swap for agave or date syrup
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Can be omitted
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Lemon juice can be used, may alter texture
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness
For the Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Blueberries Fresh or frozen without thawing

Equipment

  • blender
  • mini muffin pan

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, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in the blueberries.
  4. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes.
  5. Fill the muffin cups about three-quarters full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  7. Cool for a few minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

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

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