Description
Fluffy Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins are a delightful blend of creamy cottage cheese and fluffy eggs, creating a savory treat that’s perfect for breakfast or a quick snack. These muffins are not only easy to prepare but also packed with protein, making them an excellent choice for those looking to fuel their day healthily.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- 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 oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until well combined.
- Stir in the cottage cheese and mix until smooth.
- Add milk and continue whisking until blended.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese evenly into the mixture.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder; mix well.
- Fold in chopped parsley and spinach gently.
- Sift in baking powder and combine until cohesive.
- Fill muffin cups about three-quarters full with the mixture.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden on top; check doneness with a toothpick.
- 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 (50g)
- Calories: 87
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 195mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 140mg