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Coconut and Pineapple Cottage Cheese Muffins

Tropical Coconut and Pineapple Cottage Cheese Muffins Bliss

Enjoy these Coconut and Pineapple Cottage Cheese Muffins, a delightful and guilt-free treat that's protein-packed and perfect for breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Base
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Swap with a gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free muffins.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Enhances the rise and color.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances overall flavor.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese For dairy-free, use yogurt or mashed bananas.
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple Drain well to avoid sogginess.
  • 0.5 cup Shredded Coconut Infuses texture and tropical flair.
  • 0.5 cup Sugar (optional) Substitute with coconut sugar, monk fruit, or mashed dates.
For Binding and Moisture
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients together.
  • 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil For oil-free version, use unsweetened applesauce.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spoon or scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease.
  2. Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth.
  5. Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients gently without overmixing.
  6. Fold in the drained pineapple and shredded coconut.
  7. Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full with batter.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, testing with a toothpick for doneness.
  9. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter for fluffy muffins. Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.

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