Cottage Cheese Oatmeal Cups Recipe
Delicious and wholesome Cottage Cheese Oatmeal Cups that combine the creamy texture of cottage cheese with hearty oats and sweet berries. These baked oatmeal cups make for a perfect nutritious breakfast or snack option, packed with protein and fiber, and lightly sweetened with maple syrup.
- Author: Zane
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 oatmeal cups 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Add-ins
- 1 ½ cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen; if frozen, no need to thaw)
- Blend Wet Ingredients: Add almond milk, cottage cheese, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a blender. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring even consistency for the batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and sea salt. Stir to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
- Mix Batter: Pour the blended wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients and stir until fully combined, creating a thick batter.
- Add Berries: Gently fold in the mixed berries. If the batter feels too thick, add a splash more almond milk to loosen the mixture slightly.
- Prepare to Bake: Grease or line a muffin tin with liner cups. Scoop the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake: Place the muffins in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tops are set and lightly golden brown.
- Cool: Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the tin. They will firm up as they cool, making them easier to remove.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen berries as preferred. Frozen berries do not need to be thawed.
- If the batter is too thick, add a small amount of almond milk to achieve desired consistency.
- Ensure muffins are completely cooled before removing to prevent breaking.
- Store baked oatmeal cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
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