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Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins

Fluffy Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins for a Cozy Treat

Delight in these Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins, a perfect blend of sweetness and creaminess for a protein-rich snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée use pure pumpkin purée, not pie filling
  • 1 cup cottage cheese blend for smoother texture
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey; coconut sugar can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour; use gluten-free blend for gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil or butter

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • muffin tin
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice.
  3. Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or cooking spray. Fill each muffin cup 3/4 full with batter.
  5. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, blend cottage cheese before mixing. Experiment with sweeteners and toppings like pumpkin seeds or nuts.

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