Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins 🎃🧁

Introduction

Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins unite the cozy, spiced aroma of autumn’s favorite squash with a secretly creamy, protein-rich base. The use of cottage cheese makes these muffins incredibly moist and tender—without the need for extra fat—while adding a nutritious punch. They make a wholesome breakfast, lunchbox treat, or satisfying snack for anyone looking to enjoy the flavors of fall in a lighter, more nourishing way.

Deliciously Unique Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins

What truly sets these muffins apart is their balance of sweet pumpkin spice and the subtle tang and creaminess from cottage cheese. Swapping in cottage cheese adds protein and a light texture, making these muffins perfect for those looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle—without sacrificing flavor or satisfaction.

Preparing the Perfect Pumpkin Batter

The star of the show is silky pumpkin puree, combined with warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Cottage cheese is blended until smooth, then folded into the batter. This clever trick ensures a perfectly uniform crumb and helps the muffins rise beautifully. The result? A batch of fluffy, moist muffins with hidden nutrition in every bite.

Assembling and Baking Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins

Simply blend your wet ingredients, including cottage cheese and pumpkin, until smooth. Next, mix with the dry ingredients just enough to bring the batter together—overmixing can lead to dense muffins. Divide the batter into a muffin tin, sprinkle a few pumpkin seeds or extra spices on top for crunch and aroma, and bake until golden and fragrant.

Serving Suggestions for Show-Stopping Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins

Serve these muffins warm with a pat of butter, a drizzle of honey, or a dollop of Greek yogurt. For a grab-and-go snack, wrap cooled muffins individually. They also freeze well, making them perfect for meal prepping breakfast or snack for the week ahead.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields 12 muffins. Each muffin contains approximately 110-130 calories, 6g protein, and 2g fiber (estimates will vary depending on brands used and optional add-ins). The combination of cottage cheese and pumpkin keeps these muffins lower in fat and higher in protein compared to traditional recipes.

Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins (Recap)

These muffins combine the cozy flavor of pumpkin spice with a secretly creamy, protein-rich boost from cottage cheese. Perfect for breakfast on the go or a healthy snack, they’re a crowd-pleaser the whole family can enjoy.

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with nonstick spray.
2. In a blender or food processor, combine pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, eggs, honey (or maple syrup), oil, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently mix with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix. If using, fold in mini chocolate chips or walnuts.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Top each with a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds if desired.
6. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
7. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Enjoy warm and nourishing Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins all week long with confidence and ease!