Description
Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites are a quick, high‑protein snack perfect for fitness enthusiasts and busy mornings. This easy recipe mixes creamy cottage cheese with fresh blueberries, tangy lemon juice, zest, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Rolled oats add heart‑healthy fiber, while a pinch of salt balances flavors. Chill the bite‑sized balls for 30 minutes and enjoy a refreshing, nutrient‑dense treat that supports post‑workout recovery and steady energy throughout the d
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Gently fold in blueberries and rolled oats until evenly distributed.
- Form mixture into bite‑sized balls and place on a parchment‑lined sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
- For a dairy‑free version
- substitute cottage cheese with thick plant‑based yogurt. Adjust sweetness by using less honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites, easy protein snack, post workout snack, lemon blueberry recipe, high protein bites, quick healthy snack