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A stack of delicious Blueberry Cottage Cheese Donut Holes, coated in cinnamon sugar.

Blueberry Cottage Cheese Donut Holes

These donut holes are a healthier take on a classic treat, using cottage cheese for a protein boost and a tender crumb. They are baked, not fried, making them a simpler and lighter option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 donut holes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Holes
  • 1 cup cottage cheese full fat or low fat
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
For the Topping (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Equipment

  • Mini muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line with mini muffin liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut hole comes out clean.
  8. While the donut holes are baking, prepare the topping if using. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon.
  9. Once the donut holes are out of the oven, let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. While still warm, brush or dip the tops in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

You can store leftover donut holes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

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