Mini Cottage Cheese Blueberry Bites (Print version)

Light, protein-packed bites with cottage cheese, oats, blueberries, and lemon zest for any snack time.

# What You'll Need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - 1 cup rolled oats
06 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Fruit

09 - 3/4 cup fresh or frozen blueberries

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan.
02 - In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, oats, egg, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt. Pulse until oats are broken down and mixture is smooth and well combined.
03 - Transfer batter to a bowl and gently fold in blueberries.
04 - Let batter rest for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
05 - Divide batter evenly among prepared mini muffin cups, filling each approximately 3/4 full.
06 - Bake for 18-22 minutes until bites are firm to the touch and lightly golden.
07 - Allow to cool in pan for a few minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Protein-Packed: Thanks to the cottage cheese and egg, each bite offers a healthy boost of protein.
  • Naturally Sweetened: Uses honey or maple syrup instead of refined sugars.
  • Quick Prep: The batter comes together in seconds using a blender or food processor.
  • Vegetarian Friendly: A simple, wholesome snack suitable for vegetarian diets.
02 -
  • Frozen Berries: If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them beforehand to prevent the juice from bleeding and turning the batter purple.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Infant Safety: Remember that honey is not suitable for infants under 1 year of age.
  • Greasing the Pan: Ensure the mini muffin pan is well-greased to prevent the protein-rich batter from sticking.
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