Description
Fluffy, protein-packed breakfast muffins made with eggs, cottage cheese, and colorful vegetables. Perfect for meal prep, busy mornings, or a satisfying grab-and-go option.
Ingredients
• 8 large eggs
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped spinach
• 1/3 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon or sausage (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Cooking spray or oil, for greasing
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
2. Whisk the eggs in a large bowl until fully combined.
3. Add cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder; whisk again.
4. Stir in cheddar cheese, bell pepper, spinach, onion, and cooked bacon or sausage if using.
5. Divide mixture evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
6. Bake for 18–22 minutes until set and lightly golden.
7. Cool for 5 minutes before removing and serving.