Delicious Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins for a Healthy Treat

These Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins are a nutritious and delightful treat packed with protein and cozy spices, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 50

Servings: 12 muffins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Muffin Batter

1 cup Full Fat Cottage Cheese Blend until smooth.
1/2 cup Maple Syrup Honey can be substituted.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
2 large Eggs
1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used.
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Optional, can swap for nuts.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
whisk
muffin tins
spatula
Ice cream scoop
Oven

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins

Preheat your oven to 360°F (182°C) and prepare muffin tins.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, and eggs until smooth.
Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the wet mixture and fold until combined.
Fold in the mini chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution.
Fill muffin cups three-quarters full with batter and bake for 26 to 30 minutes.
Let muffins cool in the pan for about 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth for the best texture. Only mix the batter until just combined to maintain fluffiness.

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