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Lemon Poppy Seed Cottage Cheese Muffins

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Delightful muffins blending fresh lemon tartness with nutty poppy seeds, perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with non-stick spray.
  2. Mix together cottage cheese, sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  4. Add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in lemon zest, lemon juice, and poppy seeds.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Store any leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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