These Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins are soft, moist, and full of cozy fall flavors. The cottage cheese makes them extra fluffy and adds protein, making them a satisfying option for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert.
1 cup pumpkin purée
1/2 cup cottage cheese
2 large eggs
1/3 cup maple syrup (or honey)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
1/4 cup melted coconut oil (or butter)
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease a muffin tin.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice.
4. Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Fill muffin cups about 3/4 full with batter.
6. Bake 18–22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store muffins at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat frozen muffins in the microwave for 20–30 seconds before serving.
These are naturally sweetened with maple syrup but can be made with honey instead.
Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture.
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