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Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins

Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins
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Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins are moist, tender, and bursting with fresh blueberries and creamy cottage cheese. This wholesome breakfast or snack option combines natural sweetness and protein-packed ingredients for a delicious and nutritious treat anyone can enjoy.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (preferably full-fat)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 3/4 cup sugar (or natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk (optional, to adjust batter consistency)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper cups or grease it lightly. Rinse and pat dry the fresh blueberries to remove excess moisture and keep them plump.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt to avoid lumps and ensure an even rise and texture.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs, then stir in the cottage cheese and vanilla extract. Add a splash of milk if the batter is too thick for easy mixing.
  4. Blend wet and dry: Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients using a spatula. Mix until just incorporated to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the muffins.
  5. Add blueberries: Carefully fold in the blueberries, distributing evenly without bursting them to keep juicy pockets.
  6. Bake and cool: Divide the batter evenly into muffin cups and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to prevent sogginess.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for richer flavor and creamier texture.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and avoid density.
  • Toss blueberries in flour before folding them in to prevent sinking.
  • Check muffins with a toothpick early to avoid overbaking and dryness.
  • Cool muffins completely before storing to maintain freshness and texture.

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Keywords: cottage cheese, blueberry muffins, healthy breakfast, gluten free option, protein muffins, easy muffins

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