# Lemon Blueberry Cottage Cheese Protein Bites – Zesty, Low-Carb Energy Snacks

These lemon blueberry cottage cheese protein bites are the perfect high-protein snack, naturally low-carb, gluten-free, no-bake, and bursting with bright lemon and berry flavor, great for pre/post workouts or a midday treat.

- Servings: 12 servings
- Total time: 70 min
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Drink
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (thawed and patted dry)
- 1 - shredded coconut (optional)
- Pinch sea salt
- 1 - monk fruit or stevia sweetener (optional, to taste)

## Instructions

1. In a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese, protein powder, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla until smooth.
2. Transfer the mixture to a bowl.
3. Fold in almond flour, sea salt, and blueberries.
4. If needed, add coconut or more almond flour to firm up the texture.
5. Scoop 1-tablespoon portions and roll into balls.
6. Place on a parchment-lined tray and chill for 1–2 hours.
7. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

## Equipment

- blender or food processor
- bowl
- parchment-lined tray
- airtight container

## Tips

- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
- Chilling helps the bites firm up and hold their shape.
- If you prefer a sweeter bite, add sweetener to taste depending on your protein powder.
- Freeze for long-term storage and thaw as needed.

## Source

- Original video: https://tastyhappy.com/lemon-blueberry-protein-bites-5-star-no-bake-power-snack/print/11607/
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/41fd4561-26e0-402f-ac5e-109f9454617c
- Extracted: 2026-01-16

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