Description
Achieve peak creamy protein texture! These vibrant Lemon Blueberry Bites start with processor-whipped cottage cheese, contrasted by fresh, plump berries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese (drained slightly)
- 1/4 cup vanilla or lemon-flavored protein powder
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen small blueberries
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine the cottage cheese, protein powder, maple syrup, lemon zest, lemon juice, and chia seeds in a food processor or high-powered blender. Process for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and all lumps of cottage cheese have disappeared.
- Step 2: Transfer the smooth mixture to a medium bowl. Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to crush them entirely, which would turn the entire mixture purple.
- Step 3: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for a minimum of 60 minutes. This chilling period is crucial for the protein powder and chia seeds to absorb moisture and firm up the mixture, making it easy to handle.
- Step 4: Once chilled, use a small cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons) or a regular spoon to portion the mixture. Roll the scoops firmly between your palms to form dense, bite-sized balls.
- Step 5: Place the finished protein bites on a plate or tray lined with parchment paper. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or transfer to the freezer for longer preservation.
Notes
- For longer storage, freeze the finished bites on a parchment-lined tray until solid, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag where they will last for up to 3 months.
- If you are grabbing these from the freezer, let them sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before eating to soften them slightly for the perfect chewy texture.
- Elevate the presentation by rolling the chilled bites in finely shredded coconut or a light dusting of vanilla protein powder before serving.
- To guarantee a lump-free bite, ensure you scrape down the sides of the processor while blending the cottage cheese mixture until every trace of curd has vanished before folding in the blueberries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Bites
- Calories: 145
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 7g