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A close-up of golden-brown pumpkin cottage cheese muffins arranged on a white plate, topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon, with a rustic wooden background and a few pumpkin pieces for garnish, showcasing their moist and fluffy texture.

Moist Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins for Healthy Breakfast and Snacks

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A soft, moist muffin combining the flavors of pumpkin and creamy cottage cheese, perfect for breakfast or a nutritious snack.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, eggs, and honey. Mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow muffins to cool before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute honey with agave syrup for a vegan option.
  • Serve with a dollop of yogurt or a drizzle of honey for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Healthy, Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 110 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg