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Chocolate Cottage Cheese Protein Muffins

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These moist and protein-packed muffins combine rich chocolate flavor with the subtle tang of cottage cheese, making a healthy and delicious breakfast or snack option.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225 g) small-curd cottage cheese
  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (90 g) dark chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk, any kind

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly to prevent sticking.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, eggs, milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in dark chocolate chips if using.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into 12 muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Blend cottage cheese and eggs for a smooth batter to avoid grainy texture. Avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender. Use room temperature eggs for fluffier muffins. Toss chocolate chips in flour before folding in to prevent sinking. Let muffins cool slightly before serving for best texture. Store in airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.

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