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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites


  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bites 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful mini muffins packed with protein from cottage cheese and sweetness from blueberries, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 large lemon (about 1 tbsp)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, oats, egg, honey, vanilla, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Pulse until the oats are broken down and the mixture is well combined.
  3. Pour the batter into a bowl and gently fold in the blueberries.
  4. Let the batter rest for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  5. Divide the batter among the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the bites are firm to the touch and lightly golden.
  7. Allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm with yogurt or a drizzle of honey. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 22 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 80
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: blueberry, cottage cheese, mini muffins, healthy snacks, brunch