Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, drained pineapple, and vanilla extract until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated.
Gently stir in the shredded coconut.
Distribute the batter evenly across the 12 muffin cups.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.