Cottage Cheese Protein Muffins

Ingredients

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup protein powder (use your favorite flavor)
• 4 large eggs (room temperature)
• 2/3 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
• 1/2 cup coconut flour
• 3/4 cup sweetener (your preferred sweetener)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (or chopped dark chocolate)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (356°F). Lightly grease a muffin tin or line it with paper muffin liners to prevent sticking. Set aside.

2. 2

   In a blender or food processor, add the cottage cheese and blend until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed.

3. 3

   Add the eggs, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the blender and blend again until everything is well combined.

4. 4

   To the same blender, add the protein powder, cocoa powder, coconut flour, sweetener, and baking powder. Blend until the batter is smooth, making sure all ingredients are fully incorporated.

5. 5

   Using a spatula, gently fold in the chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate.

6. 6

   Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full. If you love extra chocolate, sprinkle a few more chocolate chips on top!

7. 7

   Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. The muffins should be firm and spring back slightly when touched.

8. 8

   Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin—if it comes out clean or with just a few crumbs, the muffins are done.

9. 9

   Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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