Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites Recipe
These Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack combining creamy cottage cheese, fresh blueberries, and zesty lemon. Packed with protein and lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup, they offer a healthy, satisfying treat perfect for breakfast or on-the-go snacking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese, well drained
- ¾ cup fresh, firm blueberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup vanilla protein powder (or oat flour)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- 1 large egg white
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Drain the cottage cheese: Using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, drain the full-fat cottage cheese for 10–15 minutes, pressing gently to remove excess liquid and achieve a thicker consistency.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, blend the drained cottage cheese with egg white, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until the mixture becomes mostly smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Fold in almond flour, vanilla protein powder (or oat flour), and cornstarch or arrowroot powder until you have a thick, scoopable dough.
- Chill the dough: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes to firm up, making it easier to handle.
- Incorporate blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh blueberries to avoid breaking them.
- Shape the bites: Scoop the dough into tight balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray to keep them from sticking.
- Freeze before baking: Freeze the shaped bites for 20 minutes to help lock in their shape and prevent spreading during baking.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and bake the bites for 14–16 minutes until they are set and lightly golden.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bites to cool for 10 minutes before serving; they will firm up further as they rest.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the cottage cheese well – excess moisture can make the dough too wet and prevent proper shaping.
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan alternative, but it will slightly alter the flavor profile.
- Using protein powder adds an extra protein boost, but oat flour works as a good gluten-free alternative.
- Freeze the bites before baking to help maintain their shape and avoid spreading.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
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