Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
Indulge in a delightful and nutritious snack with these Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites! These protein-packed treats are perfect for any time of day, whether you need a quick breakfast option or an afternoon pick-me-up. Bursting with the fresh flavors of blueberries and zesty lemon, they are sure to please both kids and adults alike. Best of all, they’re incredibly easy to make—just blend, bake, and enjoy! With minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch that’s perfect for meal prep or impromptu gatherings, ensuring wholesome snacking is always within reach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, rolled oats, egg, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Gently fold in the blueberries until evenly distributed.
- Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes.
- Fill greased mini muffin cups three-quarters full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until lightly golden and firm to the touch.
- Cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg