If you’re looking for a muffin recipe that’s not only delicious but also packed with protein, these Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Muffins are for you! Combining the creamy richness of cottage cheese with the sweet goodness of chocolate chips, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert.
Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Muffin Ingredients
- Cottage Cheese: Adds moisture and a protein boost.
- Unsalted Butter: Contributes to a rich, buttery flavor.
- Coconut Sugar: A natural sweetener with a hint of caramel.
- Eggs: Bind the ingredients together.
- Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor.
- Oat Flour: The structural base of the muffins.
- Baking Powder and Baking Soda: Provide lift and fluffiness.
- Salt: Balances the flavors.
- Chocolate Chips: The star ingredient for bursts of chocolatey delight.
How to Serve and Store
Serving: These muffins are perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Serve them warm with a pat of butter, or enjoy them as is with a cup of coffee or tea.
Storing: Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to a week. You can also freeze the muffins for up to 3 months. Just thaw at room temperature or warm them up in the microwave before serving.
Tips and Tricks
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter can make the muffins tough. Stir until just combined.
- Uniform Muffins: Use an ice cream scoop to evenly distribute the batter into the muffin tin.
- Check for Doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin; if it comes out clean, they’re done.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use low-fat cottage cheese? Yes, you can use low-fat or even non-fat cottage cheese, but the texture might be slightly less creamy.
Can I substitute coconut sugar with regular sugar? Absolutely! You can use granulated sugar or brown sugar as a substitute.
Can I use regular all purpose flour? Yup!! for sure!
How can I make these muffins dairy-free? You can substitute the butter with a dairy-free alternative and use a dairy-free cottage cheese substitute.
Can I add other mix-ins? Definitely! Nuts, dried fruit, or even a swirl of peanut butter would be great additions.
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Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups oat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips or regular chocolate chips I mixed half mini and half normal size
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F . Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with just a few crumbs attached.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
