Description

Cottage Cheese Muffins are the perfect way to kickstart your day! These fluffy, protein-packed treats offer a delicious balance of flavor and nutrition, making them ideal for breakfast or as a healthy snack. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up these versatile muffins that appeal to both kids and adults alike. Whether you choose a classic chocolate chip or a seasonal pumpkin variety, these muffins will quickly become a family favorite. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store them for quick breakfasts throughout the week.

Ingredients

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3/4 cup cottage cheese (whole milk works best)
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup pumpkin puree
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free all-purpose flour)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (or regular)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
In a blender, combine cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and either pumpkin puree (for pumpkin muffins) or applesauce (for regular muffins); blend until smooth.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt (add pumpkin spice for pumpkin muffins).
Pour the blended mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
Fill muffin liners three-fourths full and bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown.
Allow to cool slightly before enjoying.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 35mg