Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins
Blueberry cottage cheese muffins are a delightful fusion of flavor and nutrition that can brighten your mornings. These moist, fluffy muffins feature juicy blueberries and creamy cottage cheese, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast or a snack. Quick to prepare and perfect for any time of the day, they’ll leave your kitchen smelling heavenly and your taste buds satisfied.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp melted butter or oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix cottage cheese, egg, melted butter (or oil), and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture without overmixing.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Spoon the batter into prepared muffin tins, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Substitute blueberries with raspberries or chopped apples for variations. Adding lemon zest can enhance the flavor profile. Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.