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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites

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  • Author: laloti
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bites
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A healthy and delightful snack combining cottage cheese, blueberries, and lemon zest, perfect for gatherings or on-the-go.


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
  • 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries


Instructions

  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 salt. Pulse until the oats are broken down and the mixture is well-combined.
  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.
  6. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the bites are firm to the touch and lightly golden.
  7. Allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a variation, try adding cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor. They can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.