Description

Looking for a moist, protein-packed muffin that’s naturally sweet and perfect for breakfast or snacking? These Peach Cottage Cheese Muffins are just what you need. With juicy peach chunks, creamy cottage cheese, and a soft, tender crumb, they strike the perfect balance between indulgent and wholesome. Best of all, they’re easy to make and freeze beautifully.

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Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for added warmth)

Wet Ingredients:

2 large eggs
1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat, both work)
⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
¼ cup neutral oil (like canola or melted coconut oil)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins:

1 cup fresh or canned peaches, chopped (drain well if using canned)
2 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for topping)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with non-stick spray.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
This step ensures even distribution of leavening agents and spices.

Step 3: Blend the Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, cottage cheese, honey (or maple syrup), oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Cottage cheese will remain slightly lumpy – that’s totally fine and adds texture.

Step 4: Combine Wet & Dry
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
Use a rubber spatula to stir until just combined – do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped peaches gently to distribute evenly throughout the batter.

Step 5: Fill the Muffin Tin
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
Sprinkle a pinch of brown sugar on top of each muffin for a golden, caramelized crust (optional).

Step 6: Bake
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Don’t Overmix – Overmixing creates dense muffins. Stir gently until ingredients are just combined.
Use Ripe Peaches – Fresh, ripe peaches add more sweetness and flavor.
Cottage Cheese Texture – Use small curd for a smoother texture, or blend briefly for a creamier consistency.
Make Mini Muffins – Use a mini muffin tin and reduce the baking time to about 12–14 minutes for bite-sized treats.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Cuisine: American