These Zucchini Cottage Cheese Muffins are a simple and delicious way to incorporate vegetables into your diet. Perfect for beginners, they are moist, flavorful, and packed with nutrients.
Author:Marianne
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:12 muffins 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup grated zucchini
1 cup cottage cheese
2 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
In a large bowl, mix together the grated zucchini, cottage cheese, and eggs.
Add the olive oil and stir until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, Parmesan cheese, baking powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding herbs like oregano or basil.
These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.