COTTAGE CHEESE AND EGG MUFFINS: An easy way to add protein to your breakfast

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Greek yogurt adds protein while being lower in fat.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories without sacrificing flavor.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini adds moisture and nutrients without added calories.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Frozen spinach is often less expensive and retains nutrients.

In a large bowl, beat the eggs, adding salt and freshly ground black pepper. Beat the eggs well, to get lots of air into the mixture.

Add the cottage cheese and mix to combine.

Stir the oats and baking powder into the mixture.

Add the bell pepper, green onions and bacon, and give it a final mix.

Grease your muffin tin with butter to prevent sticking.

Pour the egg mixture into the muffin holes.

Sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese.

Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes, or until egg muffins are cooked through and start to brown.

Let it cool a bit, and they're ready to serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens