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Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins

Delicious Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins for Cozy Mornings

Enjoy these Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins as a wholesome start to your day or a cozy snack anytime.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée Use pure pumpkin purée for best texture
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Dairy-free alternatives work for vegan options
  • 2 large eggs No substitutes recommended
  • ½ cup maple syrup Can substitute with honey or coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cups whole wheat flour Can substitute with all-purpose or gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil Can substitute with butter
Optional Toppings
  • ½ cup pumpkin seeds or nuts Add for crunch
  • ½ cup chocolate chips Add for sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Muffin tin
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice. Stir until evenly mixed.
  3. Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just incorporated.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners. Fill each cup ¾ full with batter.
  5. Bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. The tops should be lightly golden and spring back when pressed.
  6. Remove from oven and cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 850IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins are rich in protein and fiber and can be customized for different dietary needs. They embody the warm flavors of fall.

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