Egg Muffins with Cottage Cheese

What are egg muffins?

Egg muffins with cottage cheese aren’t like your standard “muffin.” Yes, they contain flour, eggs, and baking powder, but that’s about the only thing egg muffins and regular muffins have in common. Egg muffins are a protein-rich, egg bite.

They are so easy to make and are even more delicious on the go! Egg muffins are perfect for people who are busy and need a nutrient dense food that can be prepared ahead of time.

What do egg muffins with cottage cheese taste like?

Depending on what you put in your egg muffins with cottage cheese, the taste can vary. This recipe calls for almond flour, tomato, basil, gouda, and more.

I believe that the almond flour, tomato, basil, and gouda, really make the egg muffins taste fresh and light. Of course, there’s some variations to the ingredients, which I will elaborate more on down below, so don’t worry if something doesn’t sound good to you!

Are egg muffins healthy?

These egg muffins with cottage cheese are definitely healthy! Here’s why:

Protein-Rich- These muffins are made with eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, and collagen or protein powder. So these muffins are filling and great for the muscles!

Nutritious- The basil, spinach, and tomatoes add antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.

Low Carbs- If you use almond flour instead of conventional flour, there’s fiber and the almond flour will help with blood sugar stability.

No Refined Sugar- These muffins have no added sugar or sweetener.

Balanced Micros- In these muffins, you get a blend of healthy fats, protein, and complex carbs that help you to stay satisfied for longer!

Why I love this recipe

I love egg muffins with cottage cheese because they are so easy to whip up and store! Not to mention, they are filling and great for when you are on the go. Lastly, they are super tasty!

Why collagen?

As we age, it gets harder and harder for our bodies to produce collagen like they once did. So, supplementing with collagen is a great way to ensure that our bodies get the collagen needed.

Find out more about collagen here.

Ingredient add-in’s for egg muffins with cottage cheese

Some delicious add-in’s to consider:

bacon bits

diced ham

crumbled sausage

diced onion- sauteed

black olives

bell pepper

mushrooms- sauteed and chopped

Ingredient Variations

Collagen-> Protein powder

Gouda cheese-> Cheddar cheese, or any type of shredded cheese

Almond flour-> Whole wheat flower, or all-purpose flour

Cottage cheese-> Greek yogurt

All of these variations can be substituted in a 1:1 ratio.

Seasonal Variations

If you’d like to get creative with the egg muffins or want them to taste fresh year round, consider cooking with seasonal ingredients. For instance, in the spring try fresh parsley or chives. In the summer, you could do zucchini. In the fall, try Swiss chard or kale. Lastly, in the winter consider carrots or maybe beets.

Serving ideas for egg muffins with cottage cheese

Breakfast: Serve with a side of fresh fruit, like blueberries or grapes, and a slice of toast.

Brunch: For brunch, maybe some Greek yogurt or oatmeal.

Lunch: For lunch, try serving the egg muffins with a hearty, creamy soup such as tomato or cheesy broccoli soup.

Supper: To make the egg muffins stretch a little further, try incorporating some fried rice or quinoa.

Snack: You can jazz up the egg muffins with some of you favorite hot sauce, sour cream, or even salsa.

Drinks: Really any type of drink would probably pair well with the egg muffins, but here are some ideas:

Smoothies, fruit juice, coffee, tea, or sparkling water

Equipment needed for egg muffins with cottage cheese

Medium mixing bowls

Measuring cups and spoons

Knife/cutting board

Muffin pan- small-medium sized cavities

Ingredients

dry ingredients:

1 cup of almond flour- can also use all-purpose or whole wheat

1/2 cup unflavored collagen or protein powder- optional

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder- optional

1 teaspoon of baking powder

salt and pepper to taste

dairy/wet ingredients:

2 large eggs

1/2 cup cottage cheese

1/2 cup of milk

1/2 cup of shredded gouda, or cheese of choice

veggies:

1/2 cup of fresh spinach, finely chopped

1/4 cup of fresh basil, finely chopped

1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes, diced

How to make egg muffins with cottage cheese

Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line or grease a muffin tin if need be and set aside.

Next, add the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, and collagen to a mixing bowl. Whisk together and set aside.

Then, add the almond flour, garlic powder, baking powder, salt, and pepper to a mixing bowl. Mix together and ensure that there’s no clumps.

Now fold the veggies and the cheese into the flour mixture. Give it a good mix and then add the wet ingredients and mix again until everything is well combined.

Next, spoon the egg muffin batter into the muffin pan. Fill each cavity about half to 2/3 of the way full.

Then, place the egg muffins with cottage cheese into the oven for 22-25 minutes. Or until the egg muffins are golden and a toothpick comes out clean when inserted.

Finally, enjoy your egg muffins with cottage cheese! Serve with orange juice, coffee, or your favorite drink and enjoy!

How to store egg muffins with cottage cheese

Short term:

You can store the egg muffins short term in the fridge for about 4 days in an airtight container.

Long term:

To store long term, use parchment paper to separate the layers of egg muffins and place the muffins into a freezer safe Ziplock bag or container. They will stay good for up to 3 months in the freezer.

To reheat, place them into the microwave or oven until fully heated.

Additional notes

Any type of cottage cheese should work, but I like to get small curd cottage cheese.

I recommend getting large, fresh eggs. Also, eggs that are either pasture-raised or free-range tend to taste better and be better for you! Another good option would be organic eggs. Eggs that you can get locally are also another wonderful option.

Let me know in the comment section how your egg muffins with cottage cheese turned out!

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