Description
These savory Cottage Cheese Zucchini Muffins are protein-rich, low in sugar, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or snacking. Packed with grated zucchini and creamy cottage cheese, they bake up moist and golden with just the right touch of herbs and spice. A healthy, high-protein option that’s great warm or cold and easy to prepare ahead of time.
Ingredients
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
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2 large eggs
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¾ cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
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¼ cup olive oil
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1 medium zucchini, grated and squeezed dry (about 1 cup packed)
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2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or dill)
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Optional: ½ cup shredded cheddar or parmesan
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with parchment paper liners.
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Grate the zucchini and squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper.
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In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in cottage cheese and olive oil until smooth.
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Fold the grated zucchini and fresh herbs into the wet mixture.
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Combine the wet and dry ingredients just until incorporated. Do not overmix.
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Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
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Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let muffins cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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You can substitute whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.
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For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
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These muffins freeze well for up to 3 months.
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Optional add-ins: sun-dried tomatoes, sautéed onions, or red pepper flakes.
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Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 1.4 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 8.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11.3 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 7.5 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Zucchini Muffins, savory muffins, high protein snack