Description
Fluffy Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins are a delightful and nutritious way to kickstart your day or enjoy as a satisfying snack. These savory muffins combine creamy cottage cheese with fluffy eggs, creating a protein-packed treat that’s both light and flavorful. Perfect for busy mornings or a brunch gathering, they are easily customizable with your favorite vegetables and spices. Quick to prepare and meal prep-friendly, these muffins are a great low-carb option for anyone seeking a delicious yet healthy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until blended.
- Mix in cottage cheese until smooth, then add milk and whisk until combined.
- Stir in shredded cheddar, followed by salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Fold in chopped parsley and spinach.
- Sift in baking powder and mix gently.
- Pour the mixture into muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and risen.
- Cool slightly before serving or storing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg