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Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins

Delicious Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins for Guilt-Free Snacking

These Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins are packed with protein and natural sweetness, perfect for guilt-free snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 3 large Ripe Bananas Aim for brown and spotty bananas for optimal sweetness.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Use plain, unsalted for added protein.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider gluten-free flour as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Fresh baking soda is essential for rise.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature eggs ease mixing.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Dairy or non-dairy options can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar or Lemon Juice Reacts with baking soda for a lift.
Optional Add-ins
  • 0.5 cups Chocolate Chips For added sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups Nuts Walnuts or pecans for crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon Spices Cinnamon or nutmeg for warmth.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Fork
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
    Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins
  2. Mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
    Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins
  3. Blend together cottage cheese, eggs, milk, and vinegar/lemon juice.
    Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins
  4. Fold the wet mixture into the mashed bananas.
    Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins
  5. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
    Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins
  6. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet until just combined.
    Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins
  7. Fill each muffin liner about 3/4 full with batter.
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  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
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  9. Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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  10. Enjoy warm or store for later.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These muffins are versatile; feel free to customize with your favorite add-ins or spices.

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