Description
Delightfully moist and flavorful Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins that blend the creaminess of cottage cheese with the sweetness of fresh blueberries. These muffins are perfect for a wholesome breakfast or a tasty snack, featuring a subtle hint of cinnamon and a tender crumb made with coconut sugar and oil.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup coconut oil or any other oil of your choice
Fruit
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners, ensuring an even base for your muffins to bake perfectly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the coconut sugar, coconut oil, eggs, and cottage cheese. Stir thoroughly by hand until the mixture becomes nicely smooth and uniform in texture.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda into the bowl. Stir gently using a spoon or spatula, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender crumb.
- Fold in Blueberries: Carefully fold the fresh blueberries into the batter with a spatula, taking care to keep them whole and juicy without breaking them apart.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups. For an added burst of flavor and visual appeal, place a few extra blueberries on top of each muffin before baking.
- Bake the Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the muffins are thoroughly cooked.
- Cool the Muffins: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for several minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, enhancing their texture and flavor before serving.
Notes
- The use of coconut sugar provides a lower glycemic index alternative to regular sugar.
- Using coconut oil adds a subtle tropical flavor and a healthier fat option.
- Be gentle when folding in the blueberries to prevent them from bursting and turning the batter purple.
- Muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
