Healthy Raspberry Cottage Cheese Muffins with Oat & Almond Flour
If you’re looking for a high-protein, gluten-free muffin, these Raspberry Cottage Cheese Muffins with Oat & Almond Flour are perfect! The cottage cheese boosts protein and moisture, while the oat and almond flour combination keeps them light, fluffy, and nutritious.
These muffins are naturally gluten-free and packed with juicy raspberries, making them a fantastic option for breakfast, snacking, or meal prep!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
High in Protein: Cottage cheese adds protein for a more filling muffin.
Moist & Fluffy: The perfect balance of light and soft texture.
Naturally Gluten-Free
Packed with Raspberries, these have Juicy bursts of flavor in every bite!
They’re great for Meal Prep, staying fresh for days, and freezing well.
Pro Tips for the Best Cottage Cheese Muffins
Blend Cottage Cheese for a Smooth Texture, ensuring a creamy, lump-free batter.
Don’t Overmix the Batter: Keep the muffins light and fluffy.
Use Frozen Raspberries Directly: This prevents them from turning mushy in the batter.
For Extra Moisture, add two tablespoons of Greek yogurt to the batter.
For a Crunchy Top: Sprinkle with oats, almonds, or coconut sugar before baking.
Serving Suggestions
Almond Butter: A protein-packed snack.
Greek Yogurt & Honey: Perfect for breakfast.
Tea or Coffee: A cozy afternoon treat.
Drizzle of Dark Chocolate: For a decadent dessert.
Storing & Freezing
Storing:
- Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for 2 days.
- Refrigerator: Keeps fresh for up to 5 days.
Freezing:
- Place the muffins in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
- To Reheat: Microwave for 20-30 seconds, or thaw overnight.
FAQs About Raspberry Cottage Cheese Muffins
1. Can I use only oat flour or Almond flour?
Oat flour alone makes the muffins too dense, and almond flour makes them too crumbly. A mix of both is best!
2. Can I Make These Muffins Sugar-Free?
Yes! Replace sugar with mashed banana or unsweetened applesauce.
3. Can I Use Other Berries?
Absolutely! Try blueberries, blackberries, or chopped strawberries.
4. Can I Make These Muffins Dairy-Free?
Yes! Replace cottage cheese with dairy-free cottage cheese or blended silken tofu.
Conclusion
These Raspberry Cottage Cheese Muffins with Oat & Almond Flour are a delicious, healthy, easy-to-make treat that’s naturally gluten-free, high in protein, and bursting with juicy raspberries. Whether you enjoy them fresh, frozen, or as a meal-prep snack, they’re light, fluffy, and packed with goodness!
Healthy Raspberry Cottage Cheese Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 cup oatmeal flour
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1/2 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1/3 cup coconut oil or butter melted
- 1/3 cup milk or almond milk
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/4 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Whisk together oatmeal flour, almond flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Mix eggs, melted butter or coconut oil, milk, and cottage cheese in another bowl.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in the raspberries.
- Scoop batter into muffin cups (about ¾ full).
Crumble Topping
- Combine the oats, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
- Mix all the ingredients until they resemble coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle crumble topping over each muffin evenly.
- Bake for about 15-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool for about 5 minutes before serving.