Cottage Cheese Muffins
These protein-packed cottage cheese muffins are soft, tasty, and perfect for toddlers or a quick breakfast on the go!
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1.5 cups all purpose flour
- 2 eggs large
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C)
- Add cottage cheese, eggs, milk, vanilla, and maple syrup to a blender. Blend until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, add the flour and baking powder.
- Pour the blended mixture into the mixing bowl with the flour and baking powder. Stir until smooth.
- Stir in chocolate chips or blueberries.
- Grease or line a muffin tin and pour the batter into each of the 12 cups, filling about ¾ of the way.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Texture: Blending the batter ensures a smooth consistency, helping them bake better.
Sweetness: These muffins are lightly sweetened, making them a healthy choice for snacks or breakfast.
Customization: Experiment with different mix-ins like cinnamon, nuts, or other fruits to keep things interesting.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Freeze them for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 362kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 422mg | Potassium: 239mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 242IU | Calcium: 237mg | Iron: 3mg