Bacon, Egg & Cheese Muffins | High-Protein Breakfast Meal Prep | Easy, Low-Carb & Gluten-Free Recipe

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork bacon

Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy; drain on paper towels.

Whisk eggs in a bowl until well combined.

Mix in cottage cheese for extra creaminess and protein.

Melt butter in the skillet; pour in the egg mixture.

Cook eggs, stirring gently, until just set but still slightly runny.

Remove from heat and stir in crumbled bacon and cheddar cheese.

Spoon the egg and bacon mixture into a silicone muffin tin.

Bake for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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