Cottage Cheese Chai Spice Muffins  – Cozy & High-Protein

Ingredients (makes about 12 muffins):

2 cups cottage cheese

2 cups oat flour

2 large eggs

1/4 cup maple syrup

2 tsp chai spice blend (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, black pepper)

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

Nutrition (per muffin): ~140 kcal | 10g protein | 4g fat | 16g carbs

 Full step-by-step right below — just 10 min prep + 25 min bake!

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.

Step 2: Blend Wet Ingredients

In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients & Combine

In a large bowl, whisk oat flour, chai spice, baking powder, and salt. Pour in the wet mixture and stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.

Step 4: Fill & Bake

Divide batter evenly into muffin cups. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

Prep Time: 10 min | Bake Time: 25 min | Total: 35 min

For extra smoothness, blend cottage cheese thoroughly.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 1 month. Warm gently before serving.