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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites Recipe

Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites Recipe
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Delightfully moist and nutritious, these Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites are perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. Combining the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the refreshing zest of lemon and bursts of fresh blueberries, these mini muffins are naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and packed with wholesome oats. Easy to make and gluten free, they offer a balanced bite of protein, fiber, and natural sweetness.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Zest of 1 large lemon (about 1 tbsp)

Fruit

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Make Batter: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, egg, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Pulse the mixture until the oats are finely broken down and the batter is smooth and well combined.
  3. Fold in Blueberries: Pour the blended batter into a mixing bowl. Gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries, being careful not to crush them to keep bursts of blueberry flavor intact.
  4. Rest Batter: Allow the batter to rest for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly, which helps ensure even baking and better texture.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup approximately 3/4 full to allow space for rising.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, until the bites are firm to the touch and lightly golden on top.
  7. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and let the bites cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and helps set the texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen blueberries; if using frozen, do not thaw them first to prevent excess moisture.
  • For a vegan option, substitute the egg with a flax egg and choose maple syrup instead of honey.
  • These bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Freezing is possible; thaw at room temperature or warm briefly before serving.
  • Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup according to your taste.

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