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Fluffy Cottage Cheese Oatmeal Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Beverly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Fluffy Cottage Cheese Oatmeal Muffins are a healthy and delicious breakfast or snack option. Combining the protein-packed cottage cheese with rolled oats and whole wheat flour, these muffins are moist, tender, and lightly sweetened with honey. The addition of cinnamon and vanilla extract gives them a comforting aroma and flavor. Perfect for a quick grab-and-go meal or a nourishing treat any time of day.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing each cup with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Oats and Cottage Cheese: In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the rolled oats and cottage cheese until the oats are fully coated with the cheese for even distribution in the batter.
  3. Add Milk: Pour the milk into the oat and cottage cheese mixture and stir well to combine all wet ingredients evenly.
  4. Whisk Eggs: In a separate bowl, crack the two eggs and whisk them lightly until the yolks and whites are completely mixed for a homogenous base.
  5. Add Sweeteners and Oil: To the eggs, add honey, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk thoroughly until smooth and well incorporated.
  6. Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir to ensure they are evenly distributed.
  7. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently to avoid overmixing which can toughen the muffins.
  8. Fold in Oat Mixture: Carefully fold the oat and cottage cheese mixture into the combined batter until just blended to maintain a light and airy texture.
  9. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full for proper rising.
  10. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
  11. Cool Briefly: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the muffins cool inside the tin for 5 minutes to firm up slightly before removing.
  12. Transfer to Rack: After initial cooling, transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely, preventing sogginess and preserving texture.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute the cottage cheese and milk with plant-based alternatives, though texture may vary.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the muffins fluffy and tender.
  • These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • Feel free to add nuts, raisins, or blueberries for added texture and flavor.
  • Using paper liners can make cleanup easier and keep muffins moist.

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