Description
Delicious and protein-packed muffin cups made with eggs, cottage cheese or Greek yogurt, fresh vegetables, and turkey sausage. These savory muffin cups are perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack, offering a convenient way to enjoy veggies and lean protein in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
Vegetables & Meat
- 1 cup shredded zucchini or spinach (squeezed dry)
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ½ cup chopped cooked turkey sausage
Cheese & Seasoning
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Olive oil spray (for muffin tin)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Whisk Eggs and Dairy: In a large bowl, whisk the 8 eggs until smooth. Then stir in 1 cup of cottage cheese or Greek yogurt until the mixture is well combined.
- Add Vegetables, Meat, and Cheese: Fold in the shredded zucchini or spinach, diced bell peppers, chopped cooked turkey sausage, and shredded cheddar cheese if using. Season the mixture with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Distribute Mixture: Evenly divide the mixture among the 12 muffin cups, filling each almost to the top for perfectly shaped muffin cups.
- Bake Muffin Cups: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the muffin cups are set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool and Remove: Once baked, allow the muffin cups to cool slightly before carefully removing them from the tin to maintain their shape.
- Freeze for Later: If desired, wrap each muffin cup individually in foil or plastic wrap and store them in a freezer bag to enjoy at a later time.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey sausage with other cooked lean meats such as chicken sausage or ham.
- Veggies can be varied according to preference; try adding mushrooms or onions.
- To reduce fat, omit the cheddar cheese or use a low-fat variety.
- Ensure vegetables like zucchini or spinach are well squeezed to avoid excess moisture in muffins.
- These muffin cups can be reheated in a microwave or oven after freezing.
