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High-Protein, Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Muffins

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 150
These muffins are a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy the flavors of pumpkin while boosting your protein intake with cottage cheese.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (for added protein and creaminess)
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (rich in fiber and antioxidants)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup (natural sweetener)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour or spelt flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional Toppings

  • pumpkin seeds, walnuts, or shredded coconut (for added texture)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare muffin tin.
  • Whisk together cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, eggs, and honey until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
  • Combine dry ingredients into wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  • Distribute batter into muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or spices to the batter.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $10.00
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pumpkin