Gingerbread Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins
High-protein, warmly spiced, and naturally satisfying
These Gingerbread Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins are soft, moist, and filled with cozy gingerbread spices—perfect for cool mornings or holiday-inspired breakfasts. Cottage cheese adds a boost of protein and creaminess without making the muffins heavy, while molasses and spices deliver that classic gingerbread flavor. They’re great for meal prep, quick breakfasts, or healthy snacking with coffee or tea.
Time & Yield
Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 18–22 minutes
Total time: ~35 minutes
Yield: 12 muffins
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
1½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
1½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1½ tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese (small curd works best)
⅓ cup molasses
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
2 large eggs
¼ cup neutral oil (or melted butter)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins
¼ cup chopped dates or raisins
2 tbsp crystallized ginger, finely chopped
Rolled oats for topping
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Oven & Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and all spices
Set aside
3️⃣ Blend Wet Ingredients
In a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese until smooth
Add molasses, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, oil, and vanilla
Blend again until well combined
4️⃣ Make the Batter
Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients
Stir gently until just combined
Fold in any optional add-ins
5️⃣ Bake
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups
Sprinkle oats on top if using
Bake for 18–22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean
6️⃣ Cool & Serve
Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack
Serve warm or at room temperature
Tips for Best Muffins
Blending cottage cheese ensures a smooth texture
Do not overmix—this keeps muffins tender
Use full-flavor molasses (not blackstrap)
Spices deepen in flavor after resting overnight
These taste even better the next day
Variations
Whole-Grain Version
Use whole wheat flour or half oat flour
Apple Gingerbread Muffins
Add ½ cup finely chopped apple
Dairy-Free Option
Use dairy-free cottage cheese alternative
Mini Muffins
Bake 12–14 minutes for bite-size muffins
Treat-Style Version
Add mini chocolate chips for a sweeter muffin
Storage
Room temperature: 1 day
Refrigerator: 4–5 days
Freezer: up to 2 months (thaw overnight)
Serving Suggestions
With Greek yogurt or nut butter
Alongside fruit for a balanced breakfast
Paired with coffee, chai, or warm milk
Final Thoughts
These Gingerbread Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins are a cozy, nourishing way to start the day. High in protein, gently sweetened, and packed with warming spices, they’re perfect for busy mornings or festive meal prep.