Cranberry Orange Cottage Cheese Muffins
Cranberry Orange Cottage Cheese Muffins are a deliciously moist treat that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with a zesty citrus kick. Infused with creamy cottage cheese, these muffins are perfect for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. Enjoy them warm from the oven or stored for later; they’re sure to become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or frozen)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, milk, and orange zest until smooth.
- Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients gently to avoid overmixing.
- Carefully add cranberries and mix until evenly distributed.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups until two-thirds full and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute cranberries with blueberries or raspberries for a different flavor profile. You can also add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.