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Coconut and Pineapple Cottage Cheese Muffins

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  • Author: lucia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful muffins with the flavors of coconut and pineapple, perfect for breakfast or a snack.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
  • ½ cup crushed pineapple (drained)
  • ½ cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat/almond flour)
  • ½ cup sugar (or natural sweetener)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: cottage cheese, crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, honey, vegetable oil, and eggs.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Mix the dry and wet ingredients until just combined—be careful not to overmix!
  5. Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

For added flavor, consider incorporating spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. Enjoy with fresh fruit or yogurt for a complete meal.