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Cottage Cheese Muffins

Delicious Cottage Cheese Muffins That Brighten Your Day

Enjoy these savory Cottage Cheese Muffins, quick to make and packed with protein for a satisfying breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins

  • 1 cup cottage cheese adds moisture and protein
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour the foundation for texture
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder helps the muffins rise
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper adds flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder adds essence
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil keeps muffins moist
  • 0.5 cup milk adds tenderness
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika adds color and warmth
  • 1 teaspoon dried herbs (e.g., oregano or thyme) provides aromatic notes

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
  • Combine the cottage cheese, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a mixing bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, milk, and eggs until smooth.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  • Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ⅔ full.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
  • Cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
Keyword baking recipes, breakfast muffins, Cottage Cheese Muffins, easy recipes, healthy snacks, savory muffins
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