Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites for a Healthy Snack

Enjoy these Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites, a high-protein and low-calorie snack perfect for summer picnics.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 24 bites

Course: Snacks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 40

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

1 cup Cottage Cheese opt for low-fat for a lighter option
1 cup Rolled Oats can be substituted with quick oats for faster prep
1 large Egg replace with a flax egg for a vegan version
1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup use agave syrup for a vegan alternative
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract can be omitted if you’re out
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest fresh zest is preferred
1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh for best results
Pinch Salt enhances overall flavor
1 cup Blueberries fresh or frozen

Equipment

blender
muffin pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 24-cup mini muffin pan by lightly greasing it.
In a blender, combine cottage cheese, rolled oats, egg, honey, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth, leaving some oats slightly broken.
Pour the blended batter into a mixing bowl. Gently fold in blueberries.
Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes.
Spoon the mixture into the greased muffin pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake for 18-22 minutes until firm to the touch and light golden on top.
Remove from the oven, cool for a few minutes, and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 40kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to restore softness.

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