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Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites

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Silky smooth cottage cheese meets bright lemon zest and vanilla protein. Blend, pulse, roll! High-protein, zero-bake spheres ready in minutes. Full instructions & nutrition details included.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full fat or 2%)
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1/4 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or honey)
  • Zest of 1 whole lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh or frozen (thawed and patted dry) blueberries
  • 1 teaspoon chia seeds

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place the cottage cheese into a food processor or a high-powered blender and process for 1-2 minutes until it is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no curds remain.
  2. Step 2: Add the vanilla protein powder, quick oats, maple syrup, lemon zest, lemon juice, and chia seeds to the processed cottage cheese. Pulse or mix thoroughly until a thick, uniform dough consistency is achieved.
  3. Step 3: Gently fold in the blueberries using a spatula. Mix minimally to distribute the berries without crushing them too much, which prevents the mixture from turning purple.
  4. Step 4: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes (or up to 1 hour). This chilling time allows the oats and chia seeds to absorb moisture, making the dough firm enough to roll.
  5. Step 5: Scoop the chilled dough using a small cookie scoop or spoon (about 1 tablespoon per bite) and roll it into smooth, uniform balls approximately 1 inch in diameter.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately or store the protein bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • Since the bites contain fresh dairy, keep them tightly sealed in an airtight container in the refrigerator and enjoy within 5 days for best flavor and texture.
  • As these are meant to be enjoyed cold, skip the reheating; if you store the bites in the freezer, thaw them in the fridge overnight before serving.
  • Elevate the presentation and flavor by dusting the finished bites lightly with extra powdered vanilla protein powder or finely shredded coconut right before serving.
  • For maximum smoothness, ensure your cottage cheese is processed for the full 1-2 minutes until absolutely no curds or graininess remain before incorporating any dry ingredients.
  • Author: ilina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 Bites (approx. 55g)
  • Calories: 73
  • Sodium: 188mg
  • Fat: 1.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Protein: 2.8g

Find it online: https://recipessd.com/lemon-blueberry-cottage-cheese-protein-bites/