Description
Fluffy Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins are the ideal blend of nutrition and flavor, making them the perfect breakfast or snack option. These protein-packed muffins combine creamy cottage cheese and fluffy eggs, resulting in a light and airy texture that’s irresistibly delicious. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, they fit seamlessly into your busy lifestyle. Customize your muffins by adding your favorite veggies or herbs for an extra burst of flavor, and enjoy them warm or cold. Perfect for meal prep, these muffins can be stored in the fridge or freezer, ensuring you have a wholesome meal ready whenever you need it. Delightfully kid-friendly, they make for a tasty treat that even the youngest family members will love.
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 your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with non-stick spray or liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until well blended.
- Add cottage cheese to the eggs and mix until smooth.
- Pour in milk and whisk until combined.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese evenly.
- Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder; mix well.
- Fold in fresh parsley and chopped spinach.
- Sift in baking powder and combine thoroughly.
- Fill muffin cups three-quarters full with the mixture.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden on top and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool 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: 93
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 180mg