Description
Soft, moist, and protein-packed muffins made with cottage cheese and fresh blueberries. These muffins are naturally sweet, low in calories, and can be adapted for low-carb, no-sugar, or flour-free diets. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a guilt-free dessert.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (makes 8–10 muffins):
For the Muffins:
1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
2 large eggs
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: 2–3 tablespoons almond flour (for a slightly denser texture, or to make low-carb)
Optional Sweeteners (if not keeping sugar-free):
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (omit for no sugar)
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prep Oven & Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. If using a sweetener, add it here.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
Gently fold in baking powder and optional almond flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 4: Add Blueberries
Fold in blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them.
Step 5: Bake Muffins
Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool & Serve
Let muffins cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Make it low-carb: Use almond flour instead of regular flour and omit any sweetener.
- Make it protein-rich: Use full-fat cottage cheese and add 1 scoop of protein powder if desired.
- Mini muffins: Bake for 12–15 minutes for bite-sized treats.
- Freezer-friendly: Freeze cooled muffins for up to 1 month; thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Snack / Healthy Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
