Description
Cottage Cheese Muffins are the ultimate protein-packed treat, perfect for breakfast or a wholesome snack. With 6 grams of protein per muffin, these light and fluffy delights come in two delicious flavors: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip and Regular Chocolate Chip. They are not only nutritious but also incredibly easy to make, fitting seamlessly into any busy schedule. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or customize with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit, honey, or nut butter for added flavor. Whether you’re feeding picky eaters or just looking for a satisfying bite, these muffins will delight everyone!
Ingredients
- Cottage cheese
- Maple syrup
- Eggs
- All-purpose flour (or gluten-free)
- Baking powder
- Chocolate chips (mini or regular)
- Pumpkin puree (for pumpkin muffins)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, eggs, and pumpkin puree (or applesauce). Blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin spice (if using). Add the blended mixture and stir until combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Fill muffin liners about three-fourths full with the batter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg