Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bites (Print version)
Creamy, zesty no-bake bites combining cottage cheese, blueberries, and lemon for a protein-rich snack ready in 15 minutes.
# Ingredient List:
→ Dairy & Protein
01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, full-fat or low-fat
02 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, whey or plant-based
→ Fruit
03 - 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
04 - Zest of 1 lemon
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
→ Dry & Sweeteners
06 - 1 cup rolled oats, gluten-free if needed
07 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt
→ Optional Coating
10 - 1/4 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine cottage cheese, protein powder, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, vanilla extract, and salt in a food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
02 - Add rolled oats to the processor and pulse several times until evenly distributed throughout the mixture. The dough should begin to hold together when pressed.
03 - Transfer mixture to a mixing bowl. Gently fold in fresh blueberries using a spatula, taking care not to mash or bruise the fruit.
04 - Refrigerate the mixture for 10 minutes to allow it to firm slightly, making it easier to shape into uniform balls.
05 - Lightly moisten hands with water. Portion dough into 16 equal pieces, approximately 1 tablespoon each, and roll into smooth balls between palms.
06 - If using, roll each ball in shredded coconut until evenly coated, pressing gently to adhere.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These little bites somehow taste indulgent while fueling you with 3.7 grams of protein each, perfect for that 3 PM slump
- The lemon and blueberry combo wakes up your tastebuds without relying on refined sugars
02 -
- Damp hands are your secret weapon for rolling without the mixture sticking everywhere
- Letting the mixture chill longer than 10 minutes makes rolling even easier if you have the time
03 -
- Use a microplane for the lemon zest to avoid the bitter white pith
- If your mixture feels too sticky, add another tablespoon of oats until it holds its shape