Blueberry and Lemon Zest Cottage Cheese Bites
These delightful bites combine the creaminess of cottage cheese with the freshness of blueberries and a hint of lemon zest, making for a perfect snack or breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Dairy
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp zest of lemon ((about 1 large lemon))
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- pinch salt
- 3/4 cup blueberries ((fresh or frozen, do not thaw))
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
- Blend cottage cheese, oats, egg, honey, vanilla, lemon zest, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Fold in blueberries gently.
- Let batter rest for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Divide batter among muffin cups, filling each 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until firm and golden.
- Cool in pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of cinnamon to the batter.