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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites Recipe

Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites Recipe

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5.2 from 15 reviews
  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 mini bites 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites are a nutritious and delicious snack or breakfast option. Made with protein-rich cottage cheese, wholesome rolled oats, and bursting blueberries, they combine tangy lemon zest with natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup. Baked in mini muffin tins, these bites are perfectly portioned and easy to grab on the go.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Zest of 1 large lemon (about 1 tbsp)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

Fruit

  • 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Blend ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, egg, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Pulse until the oats are partially broken down and the mixture becomes a smooth, well-combined batter.
  3. Fold in blueberries: Pour the batter into a bowl and gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries to evenly distribute them without breaking.
  4. Let batter rest: Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes. This lets the oats absorb moisture and thickens the mixture slightly, ensuring a better texture.
  5. Fill muffin cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the bites are firm to the touch and have a light golden color on top.
  7. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and let the bites cool inside the pan for a few minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • You can substitute maple syrup for honey to make this vegan-friendly when using a vegan egg substitute.
  • Using frozen blueberries straight from the freezer prevents them from bleeding into the batter but fresh work well too.
  • Make sure not to overfill the muffin cups to prevent overflow during baking.
  • These bites store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or can be frozen for longer storage.
  • Feel free to add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a handful of chopped nuts for added flavor and texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 mini bite (1/24th of recipe)
  • Calories: 45
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 55mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: cottage cheese bites, blueberry bites, lemon zest snack, healthy breakfast bites, mini muffins, protein-packed snack

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