Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
Indulge in the delightful taste of Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites, a healthy and protein-rich snack perfect for any time of day. These mini bites are bursting with the fresh flavors of blueberries complemented by zesty lemon, making them an irresistible option for breakfast, post-workout boosts, or light desserts. With just 10 minutes of preparation, you can whip up a batch that not only satisfies your cravings but also supports your nutritional goals. Enjoy these guilt-free treats as part of your meal prep, making healthy snacking effortless throughout the week!
- 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 large lemon
- 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, oats, egg, honey, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Gently fold in blueberries.
- Let the mixture rest for 5 minutes.
- Fill muffin cups about 3/4 full with batter.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden and firm to touch.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: <1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg