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Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Muffins

These Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Muffins are a delightful blend of flavors and textures, offering a warm and comforting experience, perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups full fat cottage cheese, blended until creamy Adds moisture and protein.
  • 0.5 cups maple syrup Enhances pumpkin flavor.
  • 2 tsp vanilla Adds warmth and aroma.
  • 2/3 cups pumpkin puree Use a smooth, vibrant puree.
  • 4 large eggs Binds ingredients together.
Dry Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Provides fluffy texture.
  • 3 tsp baking powder Leavening agent for rising.
  • 3 tsp cinnamon Gives a warm, spicy aroma.
  • 0.5 tsp nutmeg Adds complexity.
  • 0.5 tsp salt Enhances flavors.
  • 3/4 cups mini chocolate chips For a sweet contrast.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 360°F (182°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla, pumpkin puree, and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and mini chocolate chips) into the same bowl. Stir gently until just combined.
  4. Scoop the batter into muffin tins using an ice cream scooper. This recipe should yield 24 small muffins.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 26-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the muffins cool in the pans for a few minutes before gently releasing them.

Notes

Experiment with spices like cloves or ginger. Use silicone muffin cups for easier removal. Let kids help in the kitchen to make it a fun activity.