Description
Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites are a refreshing, protein-packed snack that perfectly balances zesty lemon and sweet blueberries. These creamy bites offer a delightful texture and are ideal for a quick breakfast, satisfying dessert, or post-workout treat. Enjoy them chilled for maximum freshness, making them the perfect guilt-free indulgence to brighten your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup rolled oats
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine low-fat cottage cheese with honey or maple syrup until smooth.
- Add fresh lemon juice and vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in rolled oats and blueberries without crushing the berries.
- Portion out bite-sized pieces onto a parchment-lined baking sheet using your hands or an ice cream scoop.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour until firm.
- Serve chilled for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 protein bite (30g)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider folding in nuts or seeds.- Adjust sweetness to taste by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup.- These bites can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days in the refrigerator or frozen for up to three months.