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Savory Cottage Cheese Muffins

These moist and fluffy muffins are loaded with cottage cheese, herbs, and veggies, making them a delightful and healthy twist on traditional muffins.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Brunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup grated cheese cheddar or your choice
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Mix-ins
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs like chives or parsley
  • 1/2 cup chopped vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or onions

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, flour, grated cheese, eggs, and milk until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
  5. Fold in the fresh herbs and chopped vegetables.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

These muffins are great as a snack, alongside salads, or as a brunch item. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or frozen for up to 3 months.