Name: Air Fryer Cottage Cheese Blueberry Donut Holes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Donut Holes; ½ cup cottage cheese; 1 egg; ½ cup almond flour; 2 tbsp coconut flour (or use additional almond flour); 2 tbsp maple syrup (or sweetener of choice); ½ tsp baking powder; ½ tsp vanilla extract; Pinch of cinnamon; Pinch of salt; ⅓ cup fresh blueberries (frozen ok; do not thaw); Optional Coating; 1 tbsp melted coconut oil or butter; 2 tbsp cinnamon sugar (or powdered low-carb sweetener)

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love how these donut holes come together so quickly with simple ingredients. The cottage cheese keeps them moist and fluffy, while the almond and coconut flour add a nutty richness. I like that they’re naturally high in protein, so I can enjoy them as a snack, dessert, or even a breakfast bite. The optional cinnamon-sugar coating makes them taste bakery-fresh, but they’re just as good plain.

Ingredients

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For the donut holes:

½ cup cottage cheese
1 egg
½ cup almond flour
2 tbsp coconut flour (or more almond flour)
2 tbsp maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of cinnamon and salt
⅓ cup fresh blueberries

Optional coating:

1 tbsp melted coconut oil or butter
2 tbsp cinnamon sugar (or powdered sweetener for low-carb)

Directions

I preheat my air fryer to 350°F.
In a blender or food processor, I blend the cottage cheese, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
I stir in the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until a thick batter forms.
I gently fold in the blueberries.
Using a small cookie scoop, I form 12 small balls and place them in the air fryer basket lined with parchment or lightly greased.
I air fry for 8–10 minutes, until the donut holes are golden and cooked through.
If coating, I brush them with melted coconut oil or butter and roll them in cinnamon sugar before serving.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 12 donut holes (6 servings of 2 each). Prep time is about 10 minutes, and cook time is 10 minutes, so they’re ready in under 20 minutes.

Variations

I sometimes swap blueberries for raspberries, chopped strawberries, or even sugar-free chocolate chips.
For a citrusy touch, I add lemon zest to the batter.
I’ve made them lower carb by using a powdered low-carb sweetener instead of maple syrup.
For extra crunch, I roll them in crushed nuts instead of cinnamon sugar.
If I want them sweeter, I drizzle with a sugar-free glaze instead of rolling in sugar.

storage/reheating

I store the donut holes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat, I pop them back in the air fryer at 325°F for 2–3 minutes to bring back the fluffiness. They also freeze well—I just thaw and reheat before serving.

FAQs

Can I bake these instead of air frying?

Yes, I can bake them at 350°F for about 15–18 minutes until golden and set.

Can I use frozen blueberries?

Yes, I use them straight from the freezer to avoid streaky batter, and I may need to add an extra minute of cooking time.

Do they taste like cottage cheese?

Not at all—the cottage cheese just makes them moist and fluffy, and the flavor disappears once baked.

Can I make them dairy-free?

Yes, I can use a dairy-free cottage cheese alternative and swap butter with coconut oil for the coating.

How do I know when they’re done?

I look for golden tops and use a toothpick—it should come out clean or with just a few crumbs.

Conclusion

These air fryer cottage cheese blueberry donut holes are a light, protein-packed treat that feel indulgent while still being healthy. I love how quick they are to make, and they’re versatile enough to enjoy plain, coated in cinnamon sugar, or glazed. They’ve become one of my favorite ways to satisfy my donut cravings without leaving me weighed down.