Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites
Indulge in these Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites, where creamy cottage cheese meets the vibrant flavors of fresh blueberries and zesty lemon. Perfect for a nutritious snack or post-workout treat, these bites are easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Enjoy the refreshing taste while benefiting from their high protein content, making them a guilt-free option for any time of day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings (24 bites) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in lemon zest and old-fashioned oats until well combined.
- Gently fold in fresh blueberries, being careful not to mash them.
- Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form bite-sized balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour to firm up before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (30g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg