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Cottage Cheese Protein Bites

Cottage Cheese Protein Bites: Refreshing Lemon Blueberry Treats

These Cottage Cheese Protein Bites combine tangy lemon and sweet blueberries for a nutritious snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Substitute with Greek yogurt for a thicker texture.
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Use frozen blueberries if fresh are unavailable.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Add extra zest for a stronger lemon taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Substitute with maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Substitute with coconut flour for lower-carb option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Omit if necessary.
  • 1 pinch Salt Too much can overpower sweetness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, fresh blueberries, lemon zest, honey, almond flour, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Gently fold the ingredients together.
  2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Use a tablespoon to portion the mixture, rolling each portion into a compact ball.
  4. If baking, preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and bake the protein bites for 8-10 minutes.
  5. Let the bites cool and drizzle with honey and garnish before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These bites are customizable for dietary preferences. They can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

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