Cottage Cheese and Egg Muffins with Cheddar
Perfect for busy mornings or a protein-packed snack, these Cottage Cheese and Egg Muffins with Cheddar are a flavorful, low-carb, and nutrient-rich option that’s easy to make. Bursting with the creaminess of cottage cheese, the sharp tang of shredded cheddar, and the freshness of baby spinach and cherry tomatoes, these savory muffins offer a delicious way to fuel your day. Infused with garlic powder and dotted with green onions for a hint of zest, this recipe is baked to perfection in just 20 minutes, providing a quick and wholesome meal prep idea. With their rich combination of protein and veggies, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an on-the-go snack, and they store beautifully for up to four days in the fridge.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or nonstick spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil or nonstick spray.
In a medium mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them until well beaten.
Add the cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the eggs. Stir until combined.
Rinse and chop the baby spinach, and dice the cherry tomatoes into quarters. Thinly slice the green onions.
Fold the spinach, tomatoes, and green onions into the egg mixture, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
Using a ladle or measuring cup, pour the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the muffins are set and lightly golden on top.
Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the tin.
Serve warm, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for a quick and healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.1 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.8 g | 189% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1259 mg | 420% | |
| Sodium | 2265 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 83.9 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.4 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 1149 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 828 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
