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High-Protein Egg Muffins with Cottage Cheese, Veggies & Turkey Bacon

High-Protein Egg Muffins with Cottage Cheese, Veggies & Turkey Bacon


  • Author: BeauCollier

Description

Tired of rushed mornings and skipped breakfasts? These savory egg muffins are a game-changer. Ultra-fluffy from cottage cheese, loaded with colorful veggies, and topped with turkey bacon, they’re freezer-friendly, low-carb, and packed with protein. Perfect for meal prep or on-the-go mornings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 large eggs

  • ½ cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)

  • ¼ cup bell peppers, diced (any color)

  • ¼ cup spinach or kale, finely chopped

  • 2 slices cooked turkey bacon, chopped (or pork bacon, or omit for vegetarian)

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Optional Add-Ons:

  • ¼ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, feta)

  • Chili flakes

  • Green onions


Instructions

  1. Prep the Oven & Tin: Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Grease muffin tin or use silicone liners.

  2. Blend Eggs & Cottage Cheese: In a blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend 20–30 seconds until smooth and frothy.

  3. Fold in Veggies & Bacon: Pour mixture into a bowl. Gently fold in bell peppers, spinach/kale, turkey bacon, and optional cheese or green onions.

  4. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide mixture evenly among 12 muffin cups, filling ~¾ full. Sprinkle remaining cheese or green onions on top if desired.

  5. Bake: 20–22 minutes until tops are set and lightly golden. Toothpick should come out clean.

  6. Cool & Remove: Let muffins cool 5 minutes in tin, run a knife around edges, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Ensure veggies are dry to avoid watery muffins.

  • Grease tins well or use silicone liners for easy removal.

  • Blend cottage cheese for the best fluffy texture.

  • Muffin tin unavailable? Bake in 8×8 pan for a crustless egg bake (25–30 min).