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Sweet Potato Cottage Cheese Muffins

Sweet Potato Cottage Cheese Muffins


  • Author: Emily Walker
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 Muffins 1x

Description

These muffins are the perfect marriage of cozy and nutritious—sweet potato brings natural sweetness and moisture, while cottage cheese adds protein for lasting energy. Whether you’re meal-prepping breakfast or packing snacks, these muffins are a wholesome go-to. Let the aroma of cinnamon and maple syrup warm your kitchen!


Ingredients

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2 cups mashed cooked sweet potato (about 2 medium sweet potatoes)

2 cups cottage cheese (full fat or low fat)

4 large eggs

1/2 cup maple syrup

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1/2 cup melted coconut oil (or butter)

2 cups rolled oats

1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour

3 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

2 teaspoons cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt


Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line or grease two 12-cup muffin tins.

In a large bowl, mix mashed sweet potato, cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, and melted coconut oil until smooth.

Stir in rolled oats.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.

Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.

Bake for 22–25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let cool slightly before enjoying!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 145 / serving
  • Sugar: 4.5g / serving
  • Sodium: 210mg / serving
  • Fat: 6g / serving
  • Carbohydrates: 17g / serving
  • Fiber: 2.2g / serving
  • Protein: 5.5g / serving
  • Cholesterol: 55mg / serving