Cottage Cheese Muffins

Savor the delightful balance of savory and cheesy goodness with these fluffy Cottage Cheese Muffins! Perfectly golden and filled with rich cheddar cheese, creamy cottage cheese, and a hint of fresh chives, these muffins are a versatile treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack. Made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, olive oil, and a dash of black pepper, these muffins are quick to whip up, taking just 15 minutes of prep time. Baked to perfection in 20 minutes, they’re an easy and protein-packed option that's both satisfying and nutritious. Whether served warm with a dollop of butter or stored for later in the fridge, these muffins are an irresistible addition to any table.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 whole large eggs
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 0.5 cups milk
• 0.25 cups olive oil
• 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped chives or scallions

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or grease the cups well.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk the eggs thoroughly. Stir in the cottage cheese, milk, and olive oil until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.

Step 5

Fold in the grated cheddar cheese and chopped chives or scallions, ensuring an even distribution throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter equally among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(829.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2007.1

Total Fat 112.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 524.6mg	0%
Sodium 3519.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 174.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 24.8g
Protein 78.6g	0%

Vitamin D 167.3IU	0%
Calcium 1151.3mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 788.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.9%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 34.5%