Description
Try this Coconut Pineapple Cottage Cheese Muffins recipe for a tasty twist Perfect for breakfast or as a healthy snack option
1 cup of cottage cheese1 cup of crushed pineapple1 cup of shredded coconut2 cups of all-purpose flour1/2 cup of sugar2 teaspoons of baking powder1/2 teaspoon of baking soda1/4 teaspoon of salt2 large eggs1/4 cup of vegetable oil1 teaspoon of vanilla extractOptional: 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecansOptional: 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).Prepare your muffin tin by greasing it lightly or lining it with muffin cups.Mix the wet ingredients in a large bowl: cottage cheese, crushed pineapple, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well blended.In another bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.Fold in the coconut (and nuts or cinnamon if using) until evenly distributed.Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full.Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Notes
Delicious Coconut and Pineapple Cottage Cheese Muffins that are fluffy, moist, and bursting with tropical flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 muffins
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
