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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Muffins: Delicious and Nutritious Recipe!

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Muffins

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Delicious and nutritious muffins packed with protein and the warm flavors of pumpkin.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, eggs, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative.

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