Description
These Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins are a moist, flavorful treat that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of fresh blueberries. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack, these muffins are subtly spiced with cinnamon and sweetened with coconut sugar, making them a delicious option for those seeking a slightly indulgent yet wholesome baked good.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups 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
Fruits
- 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 to ensure easy removal and cleanup.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the coconut sugar, coconut oil, eggs, and cottage cheese. Stir by hand until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated, creating a creamy base for your muffins.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and baking soda to the bowl. Stir gently to combine everything without overmixing, which helps keep the muffins tender.
- Fold in Blueberries: Carefully fold fresh blueberries into the batter using a spatula to avoid crushing them. This ensures the berries remain whole and juicy within your muffins.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. For an extra burst of blueberry flavor, place a few additional blueberries on top of each muffin.
- Bake the Muffins: Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating they are perfectly cooked through.
- Cool Muffins: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely if time allows, enhancing texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier variant, keeping in mind that it might make muffins denser.
- Coconut sugar adds a subtle caramel flavor, but you can use regular brown sugar if preferred.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
- Fresh blueberries work best; if using frozen, do not thaw them to avoid bleeding into the batter.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg