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Easy Freezer-Friendly Teacher Appreciation Muffins

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These easy, freezer-friendly muffins are perfect for busy mornings and thoughtful teacher appreciation gifts. Made with simple pantry staples and cottage cheese for extra moisture, they are quick to prepare and delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120g) small-curd cottage cheese, well drained
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (whole or 2%; almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional add-ins: 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen), 1/2 cup chopped nuts, or 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. In a medium bowl, beat eggs, then add cottage cheese, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until smooth with some lumps.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and fold gently with a spatula until just combined; batter will be lumpy.
  5. Fold in optional mix-ins if using.
  6. Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool muffins in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Once cool, wrap individually and freeze up to 3 months.
  10. To reheat, thaw at room temperature or microwave for 20-30 seconds.

Notes

Drain cottage cheese well to avoid soggy muffins. Do not overmix batter; it should be lumpy. Use room temperature eggs and milk for best results. Freeze muffins individually after cooling completely to prevent freezer burn. Add a few extra minutes to baking time when baking from frozen.

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