High Protein Double Chocolate Muffins Recipe
These High Protein Double Chocolate Muffins offer a deliciously rich and moist treat packed with protein, perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast. Made with chocolate protein powder, cottage cheese, and chocolate chips, they bring the perfect balance of indulgence and nutrition in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup coconut oil (or any oil of your choice)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Blend cottage cheese: Place the cottage cheese in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and creamy to ensure a soft, even muffin texture without curds.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the blended cottage cheese, eggs, coconut sugar, honey or maple syrup, and oil until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Gently fold in the dry ingredients—flour, chocolate protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt—with a spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Incorporate milk: Stir in the milk until fully incorporated and the batter looks thick and chocolatey.
- Add chocolate chips: Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a few to sprinkle on top of the muffins for a decorative finish.
- Fill muffin cups: Divide the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each one to the top, and sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
- Bake: Bake for about 30 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs.
- Cool: Let the muffins cool on a wire rack before serving to allow them to set and enhance the flavor.
Notes
- Blending the cottage cheese is crucial for achieving a smooth batter and tender crumb.
- Use paper liners or grease the muffin tin well to avoid sticking.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and fluffy.
- Honey or maple syrup can be substituted depending on your preferred sweetness and flavor.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
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