Kugel Muffins

Kugel Muffins are a delightful twist on traditional kugel, combining the richness of a classic pudding with the convenience of a muffin. These sweet, baked treats are perfect for breakfast or as a snack, featuring a tender, custardy interior and a hint of cinnamon.

Ingredients

• Eggs - 2 large
• Sugar - 50 grams
• Cottage cheese - 150 grams
• Unsalted butter - 30 grams, melted
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Noodles (egg or broad) - 100 grams, cooked and drained
• Raisins - 30 grams
• Optional: powdered sugar for dusting - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
3. Add the cottage cheese, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt to the egg mixture, stirring until smooth.
4. Fold in the cooked noodles and raisins, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
5. Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the kugel muffins to cool for a few minutes in the tin before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein from the eggs and cottage cheese.
• Contains calcium from the cottage cheese, which is important for bone health.

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