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Close up view of the pale yellow oat dough mixed with whipped cottage cheese and bright yellow lemon zest.
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Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites

These quick and easy Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites feature a creamy pale yellow dough, hearty rolled oats, and bursts of whole dark purple blueberries. A perfect, healthy, no-bake snack for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese Blended until smooth
  • 3 tbsp honey Or pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1.5 cups rolled oats Old-fashioned, not quick oats
  • 0.5 cup vanilla protein powder Whey or plant-based
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest Finely grated, bright yellow
  • 0.25 tsp fine sea salt
  • 0.5 cup whole fresh blueberries Washed and thoroughly dried

Equipment

  • 1 Food processor Essential for blending the cottage cheese smoothly.
  • 1 Microplane Zester For finely grating the lemon zest.
  • 1 Mixing Bowl To fold the dough together gently.

Method
 

Making the Bites
  1. Add the full-fat cottage cheese to your food processor. Blend on high for 60 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
  2. Transfer the whipped cottage cheese into a large mixing bowl. Add the honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Pour in the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, and fine sea salt. Use a spatula to mix until a slightly moist, pale yellow dough forms.
  4. Place the bowl in the refrigerator for 15 to 20 minutes to allow the oats to absorb the moisture.
  5. Remove the chilled dough from the fridge. Very gently fold in the whole blueberries, being careful not to crush them.
  6. Scoop out 2 tablespoons of dough at a time and roll into bite-sized balls with damp hands. Place on a parchment-lined plate and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 85kcalProtein: 6gFat: 2gFiber: 1g

Notes

Dry the Blueberries: Wash your fresh blueberries, but dry them completely with a paper towel before folding them into the dough.
Wet Your Hands: Lightly dampen your hands with cold water if the mixture sticks to your palms while rolling.
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