Best 2 Cottage Cheese Egg And Ham Muffins Recipes

Start your day with a protein-packed and flavorful breakfast with these delightful Cottage Cheese, Egg, and Ham Muffins. These easy-to-make muffins are not only delicious but also packed with nutrients to keep you energized throughout the morning. Made with wholesome ingredients like cottage cheese, eggs, ham, and a touch of herbs, these muffins are a perfect grab-and-go option for busy mornings. Whether you're a fan of savory breakfasts or simply looking for a healthier alternative to traditional muffins, these Cottage Cheese, Egg, and Ham Muffins are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Discover the simple steps and variations included in the recipe to create these delicious muffins that will kick-start your day with a burst of flavor and energy.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

COTTAGE CHEESE, EGG, AND HAM MUFFINS

Cottage Cheese, Egg, and Ham Muffins image

I had some extra cottage cheese in the refrigerator and wanted to see what else I could make with it and found this recipe on Daisy Brand's website. Wow, they are delicious and we had them for dinner tonight served with eggs & sausage. Hope you enjoy. Weight Watchers Value:4 pts

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Categories Other Breads

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/2 c all purpose flour
3 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
3/4 c daisy brand cottage cheese
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 c vegetable oil
1/4 c milk
1/2 c ham, finely chopped
1/2 c cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 or 1/8 c green onions, sliced

Steps:

1. Mix the flour, baking powder and salt in large bowl and set aside. Mix the cottage cheese, eggs, oil and milk in another large bowl.
2. Fold the ham, Cheddar cheese and green onions into the cottage cheese mixture. Stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until moistened.
3. Spray 12 nonstick muffin cups very well with nonstick spray. Fill each muffin cup 2/3 full with batter. Bake in a preheated 375F oven 20 to 25 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown on top and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
4. Serve up with breakfast or eat as a meal by itself.
5. *Muffins can be made ahead and reheated. Weight Watcher value: 4 pts

FAST-AND-FABULOUS EGG AND COTTAGE CHEESE CASSEROLE

Fast-and-Fabulous Egg and Cottage Cheese Casserole image

This is the easiest and best egg casserole I have tried so far. My sweet mother-in-law shared this recipe with me. I make 3 or 4 at the time and keep them in the freezer to take to gatherings, feed guests, or surprise kids. Green chilies make it pop!

Provided by OLGA HUNT

Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

cooking spray
10 eggs, beaten
2 (16 ounce) packages cottage cheese
1 pound shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
½ cup butter, melted
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cooked crumbled bacon
1 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Prepare a 10x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Mix eggs, cottage cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, green chiles, butter, flour, bacon, and baking powder together in a large bowl; pour into prepared baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue baking until a toothpick inserted into the center of the casserole comes out clean, about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 274.1 mg, Fat 35.8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 1129.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

When choosing cottage cheese, opt for a low-fat or non-fat variety to reduce the amount of saturated fat in the muffins.
Make sure the eggs are at room temperature before mixing them with the other ingredients. This will help ensure the muffins rise evenly.
Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in tough muffins.
If you do not have a muffin tin, you can use a loaf pan instead. Just increase the baking time by about 10-15 minutes.
You can add other ingredients to the muffins, such as chopped vegetables, cheese, or herbs. Be creative and experiment with different flavors.

Conclusion:

Cottage cheese egg and ham muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or snack. They are packed with protein and nutrients, and they can be made ahead of time and reheated when you are ready to eat them. With their simple ingredients and versatile flavor, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite.