WW Points: 1–2 per muffin
Servings: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
OR - 6 eggs + 4 egg whites for lower points
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese or nonfat Greek yogurt
- 3/4–1 cup reduced-fat cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1/2–3/4 cup turkey bacon or lean ham, chopped
- 1–2 tbsp chopped parsley or chives
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper
Optional Add-Ins
- Diced bell peppers
- Spinach
- Green onions
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spray a 12-cup muffin tin very well with cooking spray.
2. Make the Egg Mixture
In a large bowl whisk together:
- eggs
- cottage cheese or Greek yogurt
- garlic powder
- salt
- pepper
Mix until smooth and fluffy.
3. Add the Fillings
Stir in:
- most of the cheese
- turkey bacon or ham
- herbs
- optional vegetables if using
Fill muffin cups about 3/4 full.
Top with remaining cheese.
4. Bake
Bake for about 20–25 minutes until:
- puffed up
- lightly golden
- fully set in the center
Let cool a few minutes before removing from the pan.
Serving Ideas
- Breakfast meal prep
- Quick protein snack
- Brunch trays
- Side with fruit
- Grab-and-go mornings 😄
WW Point Estimate
Per muffin:
- 1–2 WW points
Depending on cheese and bacon used.
Low-Point Tips
- Egg whites lower points while keeping them fluffy.
- Cottage cheese adds protein and softness without heavy cream.
- Turkey bacon gives smoky flavor with fewer points.
- Reduced-fat cheese still melts beautifully on top.
- These freeze and reheat really well for meal prep.