Description

These Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Popsicles provide a delightful mix of flavors, combining sweet blueberries and creamy cottage cheese. They are not only easy to prepare but also make for a nutritious snack or dessert that’s perfect for warm days.

Ingredients

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¾ cup fresh blueberries, or frozen
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon lemon juice
¾ cup 4% cottage cheese
3 tablespoons maple syrup
½ teaspoon cornstarch
½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste, or extract
1 graham cracker, crushed

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Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice. Heat until boiling, then reduce to low and simmer for 10 minutes until the blueberries reduce by half.
Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
Blend the cottage cheese, maple syrup, cornstarch, and vanilla bean paste until smooth.
In popsicle molds, layer the cottage cheese mixture with the blueberry sauce.
Sprinkle the crushed graham cracker on top of each layer.
Freeze for at least 5 hours or overnight.

Notes

For a sweeter popsicle, adjust the amount of maple syrup to taste.
Ensure the cottage cheese is blended well for a creamy texture.
Feel free to substitute fresh blueberries for frozen if needed.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 popsicle
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 15mg