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Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins

Moist Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins for a Healthy Snack

These Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins are a deliciously moist high-protein treat, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1.5 cups White Whole Wheat Flour Substitute with all-purpose flour if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it is fresh for the best results.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Can be reduced or omitted.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional but recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Flax Seed Substitute with chia seeds for similar nutrition.
  • 2 Ripe Bananas Overripe for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Low-fat or full-fat varieties may be used.
  • 0.5 cup Butter (melted) Can replace with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 2 Eggs Can substitute with flax eggs.
  • 0.25 cup Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup could be alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla recommended.
Optional Mix-ins
  • 0.5 cup Chocolate Chips For an indulgent touch.
  • 0.5 cup Nuts Walnuts or pecans work nicely.
  • 0.5 cup Dried Fruit Consider raisins or cranberries.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ground flax seed.
  3. In another bowl, mash ripe bananas, then mix in cottage cheese, melted butter, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into prepared muffin tin and add any optional mix-ins if desired.
  6. Bake for 22 to 26 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be customized with various mix-ins and are great for meal prep. They store well at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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