Fluffy Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins
A simple and nutritious breakfast option packed with protein, fresh vegetables, and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup chopped fresh vegetables (e.g., spinach, bell peppers, onions)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dill or herbs of choice (optional)
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing the muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- Whisk the eggs in a large mixing bowl until well blended.
- Add the cottage cheese to the beaten eggs and mix until fully combined and creamy.
- Stir in the chopped vegetables along with salt, black pepper, and any optional herbs or spices.
- Pour the mixture evenly into the greased muffin tin, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until set and lightly golden on top.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before removing them.
Notes
Customize with your favorite vegetables and experiment with different herbs and spices for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
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