Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Bites (Printable)
Creamy cottage cheese blended with fresh blueberries and zesty lemon creates these protein-packed no-bake bites, ready in just 15 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ 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
# Directions:
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.
02 - Add rolled oats to the processor and pulse briefly until well combined and mixture begins to hold together.
03 - Transfer mixture to a mixing bowl. Gently fold in blueberries using a spatula, taking care not to crush the fruit.
04 - Refrigerate the mixture for 10 minutes to firm up for easier rolling.
05 - With slightly damp hands, roll mixture into 16 evenly-sized balls, approximately 1 tablespoon each.
06 - If desired, roll each bite in shredded coconut until evenly coated.
07 - Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- You get 16 grab-and-go breakfasts in 15 minutes flat, no oven required
- That creamy texture tricks everyone into thinking they're eating cookie dough
02 -
- If your mixture feels too sticky to roll, chill it longer rather than adding more oats
- Damp hands are your secret weapon for keeping the mixture from sticking to your fingers
03 -
- Taste the mixture before rolling and adjust sweetness or lemon
- Let them sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving for the best texture