Description
These High Protein Cheese & Egg Muffins are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option packed with eggs, a blend of cheeses, and fresh vegetables. Easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep, these muffins are fluffy, flavorful, and provide a good balance of protein and healthy fats to start your day.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1 bell pepper (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup onion (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Tin: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with silicone muffin liners for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Whisk Eggs and Sour Cream: Crack the eggs into a large bowl and whisk them until smooth. Add the sour cream and mix until fully combined and the mixture is uniform.
- Add Cheese and Vegetables: Stir in the shredded cheese, feta cheese, finely chopped onion, and bell pepper. Season with salt, black pepper, and oregano. Drizzle in olive oil and mix everything well to ensure an even distribution of ingredients.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Pour the mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full. If not using liners, make sure each cup is greased to prevent sticking.
- Bake the Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 15 to 25 minutes, or until the muffins have puffed up, are set in the center, and have a light golden color on top.
- Cool and Remove: Allow the muffins to cool for about 5 minutes before removing them from the tin. If you didn’t use liners, gently run a butter knife around the edges to loosen them before popping them out.
Notes
- Feel free to swap the bell pepper with other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for variety.
- Use a mix of cheeses to personalize the flavor – smoked gouda or Parmesan work well.
- These muffins can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave for a quick meal.
- Adding herbs such as chives or parsley can enhance the flavor.
- Make sure not to overfill the muffin cups to prevent overflow during baking.
