Dietary curd-lemon muffins

6 servings

45 minutes

Dietary cottage cheese-lemon muffins are an exquisite combination of tender cottage cheese and fresh lemon aroma embodied in airy baking. This recipe comes from American cuisine, where light and healthy desserts are valued. The muffins have a soft texture and a pleasant tartness of lemon that pairs well with the sweetness of stevia. The absence of sugar makes them a great choice for those watching their diet. Adding muesli gives a light crunchy note. These muffins are perfect for breakfast, a light snack, or morning tea time. They pair wonderfully with a cup of green tea or coffee, creating a harmonious flavor. The simple preparation process allows for quick enjoyment of this healthy dessert.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 84.4
• Proteins: 6.6g
• Fats: 2.5g
• Carbohydrates: 8.4g

Ingredients

• Soft cottage cheese: 200 g
• Egg white: 2 pc
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Corn flour: 40 g
• Vanillin: pinch
• Stevia extract: 1.5 tbsp
• Lemon zest: 3 tsp
• Lemon juice: 1 tsp
• Olive oil: 0.5 tsp
• Muesli: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Mash the cottage cheese with a fork.

   Required ingredients:

   • Soft cottage cheese: 200 g

2. Add one egg and two egg whites to the cottage cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Egg white: 2 pieces

3. Add vanillin and stevia, mix thoroughly with a mixer. Add flour and baking powder, mix again with the mixer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vanillin:  pinch
   • Stevia extract: 1.5 tablespoon
   • Corn flour: 40 g

4. Add lemon zest and squeeze some lemon juice, then mix again.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon zest: 3 teaspoons
   • Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon

5. Evenly grease the muffin molds with a small amount of olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 0.5 teaspoon

6. Fill the molds with the batter about halfway, a little more.

7. Sprinkle muesli on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Muesli: 2 tablespoons

8. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for 30 minutes.