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Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites

Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites for Anytime Energy

Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites combine citrus and berry flavors for a nutritious snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 75
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 1 cup cottage cheese substitute with Greek yogurt for a different texture
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries opt for frozen blueberries if fresh are unavailable
  • 1 zest lemon use fresh lemons for a more vibrant taste
  • 2 tablespoons honey replace with agave syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 cup almond flour use coconut flour for a lower-carb version
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ensure it’s pure extract for the best taste
  • pinch salt balances sweetness in the bites
For Optional Toppings
  • to taste additional blueberries garnish for an extra burst of flavor and color
  • to taste honey drizzle enhances sweetness and visual appeal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently blend together 1 cup of cottage cheese, 1 cup of fresh blueberries, the zest of one lemon, 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 cup of almond flour, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Using a tablespoon, scoop out the mixture and roll it into bite-sized balls, ensuring they’re about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while shaping the bites.
  4. Once your oven has reached the desired temperature, place the baking sheet inside and bake the bites for 10-12 minutes.
  5. Allow the bites to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
  6. Drizzle honey over each bite and sprinkle some additional blueberries on top before serving.
  7. These flavorful bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 75kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Adjust almond flour if the mixture feels too wet; let the bites sit in the fridge for an hour after baking to enhance flavors.

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