Blueberry Cottage Cheese Donut Holes

Soft, golden, and protein-rich bites made with cottage cheese, oat flour, honey, and juicy blueberries—perfect for a healthy snack or light dessert.

 Why You’ll Love Them

• High in protein thanks to cottage cheese
• Naturally sweetened with honey
• Baked, not fried
• Made with simple, wholesome ingredients
• Kid-friendly & great for meal prep

 Ingredients (Makes ~20 donut holes)

Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
• 1 large egg
• 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• 1½ cups oat flour (or blend rolled oats into flour)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
• ¼ tsp salt

Add-Ins

• ¾ cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, not thawed)

Optional Topping

• Powdered erythritol or powdered sugar
• Cinnamon-honey drizzle

 Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F. Lightly grease a mini muffin pan or donut hole pan.
2. Blend cottage cheese until smooth using a blender or food processor.
3. In a bowl, whisk blended cottage cheese, egg, honey, and vanilla until well combined.
4. In another bowl, mix oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
6. Fold in blueberries carefully to avoid breaking them.
7. Spoon batter into pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
8. Bake 12–15 minutes, or until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
9. Cool slightly, remove from pan, and add toppings if desired.

 Nutrition Information (Per Donut Hole – Approx.)

• Calories: ~65
• Protein: ~3 g
• Carbs: ~9 g
• Fat: ~2 g
• Fiber: ~1 g

(Values vary based on ingredients used.)

 Nut Information & Allergy Notes

• Naturally nut-free recipe
• Oats may be processed in facilities with nuts → use certified gluten-free, nut-free oats if needed
• Safe for most nut allergies unless cross-contamination is a concern

 Tips & Variations

• Air Fryer: Cook at 170°C / 340°F for 8–10 minutes
• Extra Protein: Add 1–2 tbsp vanilla protein powder (adjust milk if needed)
• Dairy-Free: Use plant-based cottage cheese alternative
• Lemon Blueberry: Add 1 tsp lemon zest
• Chocolate Chip: Replace blueberries with dark chocolate chips

 Q & A

Q: Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes! Add them straight from the freezer to prevent bleeding.

Q: Can I make these gluten-free?
They already are—just ensure your oat flour is certified gluten-free.

Q: How do I store them?
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Q: Can I freeze them?
Absolutely. Freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in microwave or oven.

Q: Can I fry them instead of baking?
They’re best baked, but shallow pan-frying works—use low heat.

 Final Bite

These Blueberry Cottage Cheese Donut Holes are soft, lightly sweet, and bursting with blueberries—proof that healthy treats can still feel indulgent. Perfect with coffee, for lunchboxes, or as a post-workout snack.

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Sara Mitchell

Sara Mitchell is an expert restaurant content creator who writes easy-to-read guides about CAVA and other Mediterranean fast-casual chains in the United States. She covers locations, menus, prices, and hours, making it simple for visitors to find nearby restaurants and what to order quickly.

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