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Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins Recipe

Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins Recipe
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Delicious and nutritious Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins packed with spinach and red bell peppers, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. These protein-rich muffins are easy to make, low in calories, and can be prepared ahead of time for busy mornings.

Ingredients

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Egg Mixture

  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole-milk cottage cheese
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Vegetables

  • ¼ cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • ¼ cup red bell peppers, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Equipment: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 6-cup muffin tin with silicone liners or lightly coat each cup with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Eggs and Dairy: In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until fully combined and slightly frothy, then fold in the cottage cheese to create a creamy base for the muffins.
  3. Prepare and Add Vegetables: Finely chop the spinach and red bell peppers. Add them to the egg mixture along with the salt and black pepper, stirring gently to evenly distribute the veggies without deflating the eggs.
  4. Portion and Bake: Evenly pour the mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the tops are set and slightly golden. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean.
  5. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm or let cool completely and store in the fridge for up to four days.

Notes

  • You can customize these muffins by adding other vegetables like mushrooms or onions.
  • Use low-fat or non-fat cottage cheese to reduce calories and fat content.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese with a vegan cream cheese alternative.
  • These muffins can be reheated in the microwave for about 30 seconds before serving.
  • Make sure not to overfill the muffin cups to allow room for the muffins to rise slightly.

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