Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites Recipe
These Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites are a nutritious and delicious snack combining the creaminess of cottage cheese with the freshness of lemon zest and blueberries. Packed with protein and natural sweetness, they make a perfect grab-and-go treat that is easy to prepare and bake for a satisfying, healthy bite.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 protein bites 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese, well drained
- 1 large egg white
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup vanilla protein powder (or oat flour)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
Flavor & Fruit
- ¾ cup fresh, firm blueberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Drain Cottage Cheese: Drain the cottage cheese for 10–15 minutes using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, pressing gently to remove excess liquid for a thicker batter.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the drained cottage cheese, egg white, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture is mostly smooth and well incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the almond flour, vanilla protein powder (or oat flour), and cornstarch (or arrowroot powder) to the wet mixture. Fold gently until a thick, scoopable dough forms.
- Chill Dough: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes to allow it to firm up, making it easier to form into bites.
- Fold in Blueberries: After chilling, gently fold in the fresh blueberries to avoid breaking them up.
- Form Bites: Scoop and roll the mixture into tight, even balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray, ensuring they retain shape.
- Freeze Bites: Place the formed bites in the freezer for 20 minutes to lock their shape before baking.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Bake the protein bites for 14–16 minutes until they are set and lightly golden on the edges.
- Cool Before Serving: Let the bites cool for 10 minutes after baking. They will firm up further as they rest and are then ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure the cottage cheese is well drained to prevent soggy bites.
- If you prefer a sweeter snack, increase honey or maple syrup slightly.
- Use fresh, firm blueberries to maintain texture during baking.
- Protein powder can be substituted with oat flour for a lower-protein version.
- Store leftover bites in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
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