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Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites

Delicious Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites Recipe

These Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites are a healthy, protein-packed treat perfect for brunch or as a guilt-free snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bites
Calories 85 kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Batter

  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese well-drained
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup almond flour or all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup honey or pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

For the Berries

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries rinsed and dried

For Greasing

  • as needed cooking spray or melted butter

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or grease with cooking spray or melted butter.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese with the eggs, whisking until mostly smooth. Add honey or syrup, vanilla, and lemon zest until well incorporated.
  • In another bowl, sift together almond flour, baking powder, and sea salt. Mix well until combined.
  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no visible flour streaks remain; do not overmix.
  • Carefully fold in the blueberries, reserving a handful for topping. Ensure you do not crush them.
  • Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full, and top with reserved blueberries.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes in the tin.
  • Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm. Optionally drizzle with honey or sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Notes

Ensure that the cottage cheese is well-drained for the best texture. Use fresh blueberries for optimal flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg
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