Fluffy Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins: A Tasty Healthy Twist!
Fluffy Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins are a delicious and healthy breakfast option that combines eggs and cottage cheese for a protein-packed meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until well combined.
- Add the chopped spinach, diced bell peppers, and shredded cheese (if using) to the egg mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Grease a muffin tin and pour the mixture evenly into the cups.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the muffins are set and lightly golden on top.
- Allow to cool slightly 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.
- They can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in the microwave for a quick breakfast.
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: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg