Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
If you crave a quick and nutritious snack, look no further than Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites. These delightful mini treats combine the sweetness of fresh blueberries with the zesty brightness of lemon, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. Perfect for busy weekdays or family gatherings, these bites are packed with protein and fiber while being low in sugar, making them an ideal guilt-free indulgence. In just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch that’s not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether enjoyed as an afternoon snack, part of breakfast, or at a gathering, they are sure to be a hit with everyone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- 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 lemon (about 1 tbsp)
- 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
- In a blender, 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.
- Allow batter to rest for 5 minutes.
- Fill muffin cups about three-quarters full with batter.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden and firm to touch.
- Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 67
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg