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Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese Muffins

Indulge in these fluffy Chocolate Chip Cottage Cheese Muffins that perfectly blend rich chocolate flavor with a hint of tangy cottage cheese. Packed with protein, they make for a nutritious breakfast or snack option. Whether you’re enjoying them warm from the oven or saving some for later, these muffins are sure to delight your taste buds and fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin pan with liners or cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix cottage cheese, eggs, milk, and half of the chocolate chips until well combined.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just mixed; do not overmix.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter and sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
  7. Let cool slightly before enjoying!
  • Author: Adriana
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating vanilla extract or spices like cinnamon into the batter. To make these muffins dairy-free, substitute cottage cheese and milk with plant-based alternatives. You can also add nuts or swap chocolate chips for dried fruit for different flavor profiles.