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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites – Healthy, Easy Snack Idea Recipe

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These Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites offer a healthy and easy snack option packed with protein and fiber. Combining creamy cottage cheese, wholesome oats, sweet blueberries, and refreshing lemon zest, these mini bites are perfect for breakfast or a nutritious snack.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 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

Fruit

  • 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan to ensure the bites do not stick during baking.
  2. Blend Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, egg, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Pulse the mixture until the oats are broken down and everything is well combined, creating a smooth batter.
  3. Fold in Blueberries: Pour the batter into a bowl and gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them up.
  4. Rest the Batter: Let the batter rest for 5 minutes. This allows it to thicken slightly, improving the texture of the finished bites.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter among the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full to give room for rising during baking.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the bites are firm to the touch and have developed a lightly golden color on top.
  7. Cool: Allow the bites to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Store the bites in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
  • For longer storage, freeze the bites for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat frozen or chilled bites in the microwave for 10-15 seconds for the best texture.

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