Description
Succulent cheesy cottage egg muffins combine protein-packed ingredients for a quick breakfast or brunch delight. Hearty muffins deliver satisfying flavors with minimal preparation, perfect for busy mornings when you crave a nutritious start.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup + ½ tbsp (240 g) cottage cheese, full fat
- ½ cup (50 g) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 tbsps scallions/spring onions, finely chopped
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tbsps all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder (gluten-free, if required)
Instructions
- Oven Preparation: Position the rack centrally and preheat the oven to 350°F, creating an ideal baking environment for savory egg muffins.
- Pan Setup: Thoroughly grease the muffin tin with butter or non-stick spray, ensuring effortless release of the finished muffins.
- Egg Foundation: Whisk eggs in a large bowl until completely smooth and uniform, establishing a silky base for the mixture.
- Flavor Integration: Blend cottage cheese, cheddar, and scallions into the egg mixture, creating a rich and aromatic composition that distributes ingredients evenly.
- Seasoning Layer: Enhance the mixture with sea salt and black pepper, calibrating the flavor profile to achieve a balanced taste sensation.
- Structural Binding: Gently fold flour and baking powder into the egg mixture, combining with minimal stirring to maintain a light, tender texture.
- Baking Process: Fill muffin compartments three-quarters full, then transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 30-33 minutes until the tops achieve a golden-brown appearance and the centers are completely set.
- Cooling and Serving: Allow muffins to rest in the tin for 10-15 minutes, enabling them to stabilize and cool before gently removing and presenting for enjoyment.
Notes
- Temperature Precision: Use an oven thermometer to guarantee exact 350°F for consistent baking results.
- Mixing Mastery: Whisk eggs thoroughly to eliminate streaks, creating a smooth base for fluffy texture.
- Flour Finesse: Minimal mixing prevents tough muffins; fold dry ingredients gently to maintain light, airy consistency.
- Cooling Technique: Letting muffins rest in the tin helps them set properly and prevents crumbling when removed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-33 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 301 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg