Step 1

Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 400°F. Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2

Mix the cottage cheese, Parmesan, eggs, and tomato purée together in a large bowl. Add the flour, baking powder, smoked paprika, and salt, and stir until no lumps remain. Fold in the fresh basil.

Step 3

Divide the batter between the muffin cups. Bake until the muffins are puffed and golden-brown, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool in the tin on a wire cooling rack until cool enough to handle, 4 to 5 minutes. Gently remove from the pan and place on the rack to cool completely.