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Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins

Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins for a Savory Morning Boost

These Cottage Cheese Breakfast Muffins are a nutritious, gluten-free, savory option that promises to energize your morning with high protein content.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese full-fat or low-fat
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Almond Flour can substitute with oat flour
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 cup Spinach, Chopped fresh or frozen
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper, Diced
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions, Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Mushrooms, Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with coconut oil
Nut-Free/Dairy-Free Alternatives
  • 1 cup Oat Flour or All-Purpose Flour for nut-free variations
  • 1 cup Plant-Based Cheese for dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil for dairy-free option

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease muffin tin with olive oil.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Fold in almond flour, cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder, salt and pepper until fully absorbed.
  4. Add chopped spinach, red bell pepper, green onions, and mushrooms. Fold to distribute evenly.
  5. Pour the batter into muffin cups, filling them about three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and firm. Check doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Allow muffins to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Customize flavors by adding different vegetables or cheeses as desired.

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