Description
A creamy and delicious protein-packed dessert featuring the refreshing flavors of lemon and blueberries.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt, optional, for extra creaminess
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds, optional, for added texture
- Optional toppings: Extra fresh blueberries, a little lemon zest, 2 tablespoons granola, 1 tablespoon crushed graham crackers
Instructions
- Blend the cottage cheese. Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor. Blend for 1–2 minutes until completely smooth and creamy.
- Add the lemon flavor. Add the honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt if using. Blend again until everything is well combined.
- Add the blueberries. Add half of the blueberries and pulse briefly for a light purple color with small fruit pieces. For a completely smooth mixture, blend all the blueberries in.
- Adjust the sweetness. Taste the mixture and add a little more honey or maple syrup if desired. Add the chia seeds if you want a thicker consistency.
- Chill. Spoon the mixture into two small serving glasses or jars. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop and the texture to firm up.
- Garnish and serve. Top with the remaining blueberries, a sprinkle of lemon zest, and your choice of granola or crushed graham crackers.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preference.
- This recipe can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg