Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins: A Tasty High-Protein Breakfast!
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Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins are a delicious and nutritious high-protein breakfast option that will keep you full throughout the morning.
- Author: Marianne
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese and eggs until well combined.
- Add the chopped spinach, bell pepper, onion, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the egg mixture and stir until evenly mixed.
- If using, fold in the shredded cheese.
- Grease a muffin tin and pour the mixture evenly into the cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the muffins are set and lightly golden on top.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the muffin tin.
- Serve warm or store in the refrigerator for later use.
Notes
- These muffins can be customized with your favorite vegetables or herbs.
- They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheat in the microwave for a quick breakfast option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg