Cottage Cheese Lemon Balls

Creamy, zesty, and high-protein-these no-cook Cottage Cheese Lemon Balls are a healthy, gluten-free treat ready in minutes!

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RECIPE INGREDIENTS

» For Cottage Cheese Lemon Balls

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 lemon (for 2 teaspoons juice and 1 teaspoon zest)
• 4 tablespoons honey (or as needed)
• A few drops of lemon extract
• 1 cup desiccated coconut or coconut flour, divided in half
• Additional desiccated coconut and lemon zest for rolling

RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

» How to make Cottage Cheese Lemon Balls

1. Zest the lemon to get 1 teaspoon of zest and squeeze the juice to get 2 teaspoons of juice.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, ½ cup desiccated coconut (or coconut flour), honey, lemon juice, and a few drops of lemon extract.
3. Mix well with your hands while mashing the cheese. Taste the mixture and add more honey if you prefer a sweeter flavor. Add the lemon zest and gradually stir in the remaining ½ cup of desiccated coconut (or coconut flour). Mix until the mixture becomes firm enough to hold its shape, but not too dry.
4. Scoop out small portions of the mixture, about 1 tablespoon each, and roll them into small balls with your hands. Once all the balls are shaped, place them on a plate and chill for 30 minutes to firm up.
5. On a separate plate, combine the remaining ½ cup of desiccated coconut with 1 teaspoon of lemon zest. Mix well. Roll each lemon ball in the coconut-lemon mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
6. our high-protein cottage cheese lemon balls are ready! Enjoy these creamy, refreshing bites as a delightful snack or dessert. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

RECIPE NOTES

1. Always zest the lemon before juicing-it?s easier and keeps the lemon firm.
2. You can use either coconut flour or desiccated coconut.