Go Back
–+ servings
Coconut and Pineapple Cottage Cheese Muffins

Coconut and Pineapple Cottage Cheese Muffins: Tropical Bliss in Every Bite

Coconut and Pineapple Cottage Cheese Muffins are a delightful tropical breakfast option, combining flavor and nutrition.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with almond flour or a gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese For dairy-free, use plant-based yogurt or mashed bananas
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple Ensure it is well-drained
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut Use unsweetened for a healthier choice
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Sugar For refined sugar-free, try coconut sugar or monk fruit sweetener
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil For oil-free, substitute with unsweetened applesauce
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Extra Shredded Coconut For sprinkling on top before baking
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts or Chocolate Chips Optional for extra texture

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Fine mesh strainer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
  2. Drain the crushed pineapple in a fine-mesh strainer to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, vegetable oil, and sugar until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and shredded coconut.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Gently fold the crushed pineapple into the batter and fill muffin cups about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!