Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins: Easy, Healthy, and Packed with Protein

If you’re looking for a delicious and healthy breakfast or snack option, these Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins are the perfect choice. They’re incredibly moist, protein-packed, and bursting with juicy blueberries in every bite. Thanks to cottage cheese, these muffins stay soft and fluffy without the need for excessive butter or oil. And the best part? They’re quick and easy to make in just one bowl—perfect for busy mornings or meal prepping for the week.

Why You’ll Love This Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins Recipe

I’ve baked with cottage cheese for years—it’s the secret behind some of my favorite muffin recipes like Cottage Cheese Snickerdoodle Muffins and Cottage Cheese Strawberry Muffins. But these Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins? They just might be the best yet.

Here’s why you’ll love them:

Moist & Tender Texture: Cottage cheese keeps them soft, fluffy, and never dry.
Protein Boost: Each muffin packs in a protein punch, perfect for a satisfying breakfast or snack.
Naturally Sweetened: Using coconut sugar and blueberries keeps these muffins just the right amount of sweet without refined sugars.
Quick & Easy: One bowl, simple ingredients, and ready in 35 minutes—these muffins are a busy baker’s dream.

Once you make a batch, you’ll see why they never last long in my kitchen!

Ingredients for Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins

Here’s everything you’ll need to whip up these muffins, plus some helpful substitutions:

Ingredient	Role in Recipe	Substitution Ideas
All-Purpose Flour	Provides structure	Use 1:1 gluten-free flour blend if needed
Baking Soda	Helps muffins rise	No direct substitution
Salt	Balances flavors	Can omit if reducing sodium
Ground Cinnamon	Adds warmth	Try nutmeg or cardamom for a twist
Coconut Oil	Adds moisture	Use melted butter, ghee, or avocado oil
Coconut Sugar	Sweetens muffins	Substitute with cane sugar or monk fruit
Vanilla Extract	Boosts flavor	Vanilla bean paste works too
Cottage Cheese	Makes muffins moist & protein-packed	Use plain Greek yogurt if needed
Milk	Thin the batter	Use any milk (dairy or plant-based)
Eggs	Binds ingredients	No substitutes recommended
Fresh Blueberries	Juicy bursts	Frozen blueberries (unthawed) work too

How to Make Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins

Let’s make these muffins in four simple steps:

Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, vanilla extract, milk, and eggs until smooth. Stir in the cottage cheese until well combined.

Blender filled with eggs, cottage cheese, vanilla, and oil mixture for muffins — Wet ingredients like cottage cheese, eggs, and vanilla blended together for moist muffins

Step 2: Add flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the wet mixture. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined—don’t overmix!

Mixing bowl filled with all-purpose flour and ground cinnamon for muffins — A glass bowl with flour and cinnamon, ready for the blueberry cottage cheese muffins batter

Step 3: Toss blueberries in a bit of flour to prevent sinking, then fold them into the batter.

Blueberry muffin batter in glass mixing bowl with visible blueberries — Fluffy muffin batter with fresh blueberries, ready to be baked into moist cottage cheese blueberry muffins

Step 4: Spoon the batter into muffin liners, filling every other cavity in the tin for better air circulation and taller muffins. Bake at 375°F for 23-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Golden blueberry muffins baked in red muffin tin with fresh blueberries nearby — Perfectly baked, golden cottage cheese blueberry muffins in a red muffin tin, ready for cooling and serving

Let muffins cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

Tips for Perfect Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins

Here are my best tips for bakery-style muffins every time:

Grease Muffin Liners: Even high-quality liners can stick. A light spritz of non-stick spray works wonders.
Coat Blueberries in Flour: This prevents sinking, ensuring even distribution in every bite.
Don’t Overmix: Gently fold to keep the texture light and fluffy.
Top with Extra Blueberries: For that bakery-style look, press a few berries into the top of each muffin before baking.
Leave Gaps in Pan: Bake using every other muffin cavity for better airflow and domed tops.

How to Serve and Store Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins

These muffins taste best slightly warm—microwave for 15-20 seconds and pair with your favorite coffee or matcha latte. They’re also delicious with a smear of almond or cashew butter.

For storage:

Fridge: Keep muffins in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
Freezer: Store for up to 45 days. Thaw overnight or microwave in 20-second bursts until soft.

Taste and Texture of These Muffins

Each bite of these muffins is soft, fluffy, and bursting with warm cinnamon and juicy blueberries. The cottage cheese keeps them incredibly moist without any detectable taste—just pure muffin magic.

FAQs About Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins

Does cottage cheese taste good with blueberries?

Yes! Cottage cheese and blueberries are a delicious pairing. The creamy, slightly tangy flavor of cottage cheese perfectly complements the natural sweetness and burst of flavor from blueberries. When baked together in muffins, they create a soft, moist texture with pockets of juicy berries in every bite.

Can you use cottage cheese in muffins?

Absolutely. Cottage cheese is a fantastic ingredient for muffins. It adds moisture, boosts protein content, and keeps the texture tender and fluffy. Plus, it blends seamlessly into the batter, so you won’t even notice it’s there—except for the added creaminess!

What does cottage cheese do in baking?

In baking, cottage cheese acts as a secret weapon for moisture and structure. Its protein content helps stabilize the muffin while its natural creaminess prevents dryness. It’s especially great for creating light, fluffy textures in muffins, pancakes, and even cakes.

Can I use cottage cheese instead of yogurt for muffins?

Yes, you can substitute cottage cheese for yogurt in muffins. Cottage cheese adds similar moisture and protein, but it may have a slightly thicker texture. For best results, blend the cottage cheese if you want a smoother consistency, or use it as-is for a bit of texture in your muffins.

More Blueberry Muffin Recipes You’ll Love

If you’re enjoying these cottage cheese blueberry muffins, you’ll love exploring more ways to bake with blueberries. Don’t miss out on these reader favorites:

Check out our classic recipe for Blueberry muffins—a simple and timeless option everyone loves.

Try these hearty and fiber-rich muffins: Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins

Looking for extra protein? Blueberry Protein Muffins

For a creamy twist, check out: Cottage Cheese Blueberry Muffins

Try another healthy twist with Blueberry yogurt muffins—light, fluffy, and packed with protein.