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High-Protein Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins

High-Protein Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins for Any Snack

Delight in guilt-free High-Protein Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins, a perfect snack loaded with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt or ricotta cheese
  • 2 large Eggs No direct substitution, can use egg replacers for egg-free versions
  • 1/3 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Can substitute with sugar-free sweetener or mashed bananas
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup Melted Coconut Oil Any neutral oil can be used
  • 1 cup Flour Almond or gluten-free flour for gluten-free variation
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Use fresh for best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon (optional) Based on flavor preference
  • 1 cup Blueberries Frozen blueberries can be used but should not be thawed
For Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Nuts (Walnuts/Pecans)
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chips for a richer treat
  • 1 cup Yogurt or Whipped Cream For topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your muffin tin with liners or non-stick spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, blend cottage cheese, eggs, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the blueberries gently without thawing if using frozen.
  6. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup to about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing and check the freshness of your baking ingredients for the best results.

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