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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites

Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites

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If you’re in the mood for a delightful and nutritious snack, look no further than these Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites. These mini treats are not only light and fluffy but also packed with protein from cottage cheese and oats. Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh blueberries and zesty lemon, they make for a perfect on-the-go snack, breakfast option, or even a sweet dessert. Best of all, they’re incredibly easy to prepare, allowing you to whip up a batch in no time. Enjoy them warm or save some for later—once you take that first bite, you’ll be hooked!

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
  • 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 mini muffin pan.
  2. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, oats, egg, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt; blend until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in blueberries.
  4. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Fill mini muffin cups three-quarters full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden and firm to the touch.
  7. Cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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