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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites

Delicious, quick, and healthy cottage cheese bites packed with blueberries and lemon zest, perfect for breakfast or a guilt-free snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest (about 1 large lemon)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw)

Method
 

Preparation
  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 a pinch of salt. Pulse until the oats are broken down for a smooth mix.
  3. Pour the batter into a bowl and gently fold in the blueberries.
  4. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  5. Divide the batter among the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the bites feel firm to the touch and are lightly golden.
  2. Allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm, optionally with powdered sugar or a dollop of yogurt. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.