Description
These Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites are like little bursts of sunshine in every bite—tangy, creamy, and naturally sweet. This recipe uses cottage cheese, a humble ingredient rich in protein and creaminess. Cottage cheese lends these bites a luscious texture and keeps them satisfying without being overly indulgent. Pair that with the freshness of lemon zest and the juicy pop of blueberries, and you’ve got a wholesome treat that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even a healthy dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin tin with liners or lightly grease with oil spray.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, egg, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Blend until smooth and creamy for a light and airy texture.
- Pour the blended mixture into a bowl. Gently stir in the oat flour until fully incorporated. Then, fold in the blueberries carefully so they stay whole.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20–22 minutes, or until the tops are set and lightly golden. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Let the bites cool in the tin for 5–10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Enjoy warm or chill in the fridge for a cool snack.
Notes
- These bites are naturally gluten-free if you use certified gluten-free oats.
- Adjust the sweetness by using less honey or maple syrup depending on your taste.
- If you don’t have oat flour, make your own by blending rolled oats in a blender until fine.
- Frozen blueberries can be used, but rinse and pat dry to avoid excess moisture.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or a few chia seeds for an extra nutritional boost.
- Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: Not provided
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: Not provided
- Unsaturated Fat: Not provided
- Trans Fat: Not provided
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: Not provided