BLENDER BANANA COTTAGE CHEESE MUFFINS

Blender Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins are about to become your new go-to high-protein treat! These muffins are easy to make! Simply toss everything into the blender, blend, and bake. They come out soft, flavorful, and packed with protein. With wholesome ingredients like Kodiak Cakes, ripe bananas, and creamy cottage cheese, it’s the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. Whether you need a quick breakfast, a protein-packed snack, or a healthy meal-prep option, these muffins are a must-try.

Ella and I are huge fans of muffins, and these protein banana muffins are no exception! They combine the best of both worlds, inspired by our viral blueberry cottage cheese muffins and cottage cheese banana bread. They have the same soft, moist texture and protein-packed goodness and effortlessly come together in the blender in minutes.

Why You Will Love Cottage Cheese Banana Muffins

• Protein Muffins: Kodiak Cakes and cottage cheese add protein to these muffins! 
• Cottage Cheese: You don’t taste the cottage cheese. It just adds protein and makes the muffins moist! Plus, it’s blended into the batter with the rest of the ingredients for a smooth texture.
• Lightened Up: These muffins are a healthier option, made without oil or butter!
• Texture: These banana muffins have the ultimate soft and fluffy texture.
• Delicious: They are packed with delicious banana flavor.
• Blender Muffins: You’ll love how easy these muffins are to make! The batter comes together effortlessly in the blender, there’s no mixing or mashing required!

Ingredients Needed

• Bananas: Use ripe bananas for the sweetest flavor. There’s no need to mash the bananas since they will be blended into the batter.
• Eggs: Two large eggs help the batter come together.
• Cottage Cheese: Adds protein and moisture to these banana muffins.
• Vanilla Extract: A splash of vanilla extract for flavor.
• Milk: Use unsweetened almond milk or your milk of choice.
• Kodiak Cakes: We replaced traditional flour with Kodiak Cakes Buttermilk Power Cakes Mix for a higher-protein option.
• Sweetener: Sweeten these muffins with sugar or a 1:1 sugar-free sweetener.
• Baking Soda: To ensure the muffins rise properly.
• Spices: Add ground cinnamon and nutmeg for flavor.
• Salt: Just a touch of salt to balance the flavors.

Find the full measurements in the recipe card below.

Substitutions & Variations

• Regular Flour: If replacing Kodiak Cakes with all-purpose flour, increase the baking soda to 1 teaspoon. This is because the Kodiak Cakes Mix already contains leavening agents, which help the muffins rise. Without them, you need extra baking soda to achieve the same lift and texture.
• Oat Flour: You can swap in oat flour for a gluten-free option. Since oat flour is denser and lacks the built-in leavening of Kodiak Cakes, increase the baking soda to 1 teaspoon instead of 1/4 teaspoon. This helps create a light and fluffy texture rather than a dense muffin.
• Gluten-Free Flour: A 1:1 ratio of gluten-free flour can be used in place of Kodiak Cakes. Make sure to increase the baking soda to 1 teaspoon to ensure the muffins rise properly and maintain their soft texture.
• Optional Add-Ins: Gently mix in some chopped walnuts or pecans for a satisfying crunch. Or, mix in some mini chocolate chips for a burst of chocolate flavor.

How To Make Blender Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins

Step 1: Add the bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, and almond milk to your blender.

Blend until smooth and combined.

Step 2: Add the Kodiak Cakes Power Cakes mix, sugar or sugar substitute, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the blender.

Step 3: Blend on low until the dry ingredients are combined with the wet mixture. Make sure not to over-blend.

Step 4: Line a muffin pan with parchment muffin liners or lightly spray a non-stick silicone muffin pan with oil.

Step 5: Pour the muffin batter evenly into the muffin tin.

Step 6: Bake the muffins at 350°F for 20-24 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7: Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Serving Suggestions

These banana cottage cheese muffins make a delicious and satisfying breakfast. We like to pair them with a cottage cheese fruit bowl topped with fresh berries, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of granola for added texture. They also complement a yogurt bowl with sliced bananas, nuts, and a dash of cinnamon. 

For a savory twist, serve them alongside fluffy cottage cheese scrambled eggs or a side of avocado toast. These muffins are also perfect as a quick and wholesome snack, whether at home or on the go!

Expert Tips

• Cottage Cheese Options: You can use fat-free, low-fat, or full-fat cottage cheese in this recipe.
• Blend Wet Ingredients First: Blend your wet ingredients (bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, and milk) first to ensure they’re smooth before adding the dry ingredients. It helps prevent over-blending and ensures an even texture throughout the muffins.
• Don’t Over-Blend: Make sure not to over-blend the muffin batter so the muffins stay light and fluffy.
• Milk Options: We used unsweetened almond milk, but you can use your milk of choice. Some other options are 1% milk, fat-free milk, low-fat milk, oat milk, or cashew milk.
• Cool Properly: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 10-15 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Storage Instructions

You can store leftover banana cottage cheese muffins in an airtight container on the counter at room temperature for up to one day. Or you can store them in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Freeze Banana Cottage Cheese Muffins?

Yes, you can freeze these banana cottage cheese muffins in a freezer-safe container for 1-2 months.

Can I Use Flour Instead Of Kodiak Cakes?

Yes! You can use all-purpose flour, oat flour, or a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Just remember to increase the baking soda to 1 teaspoon to ensure proper rise.

More Recipes To Try Next!

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• Cottage Cheese Banana Bread
• Healthy Banana Muffins
• Healthy Banana Bread Recipe
• Banana Blackberry Muffins
• Cottage Cheese Banana Pancakes
• Banana Oat Muffins

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