Fluffy Cottage Cheese & Veggie Muffins
These Fluffy Cottage Cheese & Veggie Muffins are soft, savory, and packed with protein. Creamy Cottage Cheese keeps them moist while colorful vegetables add flavor and nutrition.
Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep on the go.
Time Required
Prep time: 10–15 minutes
Cook time: 20–25 minutes
Total time: ~35–40 minutes
Servings: 8–10 muffins
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese
3 eggs
½ cup flour (or oat flour)
1 tsp baking powder
½ cup spinach (chopped)
¼ cup bell peppers, diced
¼ cup onion, finely chopped
¼ cup shredded cheese (optional)
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper
Optional Add-ins
mushrooms
zucchini (squeezed dry)
herbs (parsley, dill)
chili flakes
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease or line a muffin tin.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a bowl whisk together:
cottage cheese
eggs
3. Add Dry Ingredients
Mix in:
flour
baking powder
garlic powder
salt and pepper
4. Add Veggies
Fold in spinach, peppers, onion, and optional cheese.
5. Fill Muffin Tin
Pour mixture evenly into muffin cups.
6. Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes until set and lightly golden.
7. Serve
Let cool slightly and enjoy warm or store for later.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make them gluten-free?
Use oat flour or a gluten-free blend.
Can I meal prep them?
Yes, store for 3–4 days or freeze.
How to make them fluffier?
Don’t overmix and use fresh baking powder.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~90 kcal
Protein: ~6 g
Carbohydrates: ~6 g
Fat: ~4 g
Fiber: ~1 g