Cottage Cheese Apple Muffins: A Sweet, Comforting Journey
These Cottage Cheese Apple Muffins are a delightful combination of soft, tender muffin texture and a creamy, slightly tangy cottage cheese twist. Filled with the natural sweetness of apples, these muffins make a perfect breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 220g cottage cheese
- 2 eggs
- 80g butter (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups (180-200g) flour
- 1/2 cup (100g) sugar
- 1 tsp (8g) baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- 1–2 apples (peeled and chopped)
- Optional: Finely chopped nuts or raisins (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese, eggs, and softened butter until smooth and well combined.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped apples, and add optional nuts or raisins if desired.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, let the muffins cool completely, then wrap them in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature or reheat in the microwave.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of apples based on your preference for sweetness or tartness. You can also add cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative such as soy or almond-based cheese.