Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
Indulge in the delightful taste of Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites, a healthy and satisfying snack perfect for any time of day. Bursting with juicy blueberries and zesty lemon, these protein-packed mini muffins are both nutritious and easy to make. Whether you need a quick breakfast on busy mornings, a fun treat for family gatherings, or a guilt-free afternoon snack, these bites fit the bill perfectly. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch that will keep you energized throughout the week. Plus, they’re customizable—feel free to experiment with different fruits or add-ins to suit your taste!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 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 (about 1 tbsp)
- 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, oats, egg, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt; blend until smooth.
- Gently fold in blueberries without overmixing.
- Allow batter to rest for 5 minutes.
- Fill muffin cups about three-quarters full with batter.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg