Description
Experience a tropical getaway with every bite of these Cottage Cheese Pineapple & Coconut Muffins. Bursting with sweet pineapple and rich coconut, these fluffy muffins are easy to make and perfect for breakfast or as a delightful snack. Gather your loved ones for a cozy morning filled with laughter and the irresistible aroma of freshly baked treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese
- 1 cup diced fresh pineapple (or canned)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin tin with liners or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour, sugar, baking powder, and coconut flakes to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced pineapple to keep the chunks intact.
- Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg