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Egg Puffs

Egg Puffs

Cheesy egg puffs are protein-packed, flavorful and perfect for breakfasts or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 30 puffs
Calories 275 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • muffin tin
  • large bowl

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 0.5 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 4 green onions, chopped

Dairy and Eggs

  • 1 tablespoon butter, cubed for sautéing
  • 0.5 cup butter, cubed divided
  • 10 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 cups 4% cottage cheese

Baking Essentials

  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • In a skillet, saute the mushrooms and green onion in 1 tablespoon butter until tender.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt.
  • In another bowl, combine eggs and cheeses. Melt remaining ½ cup butter; add to egg mixture.
  • Stir into dry ingredients along with mushroom mixture.
  • Fill 30 greased muffin cups three-fourths full.
  • Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Carefully run the knife around edge of muffin cups before removing.

Notes

Leftovers are perfect to reheat in the microwave on busy mornings.

Nutrition

Serving: 2puffsCalories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 16gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 194mgSodium: 486mgSugar: 2g
Keyword baked eggs, Brunch, cheesy puffs, Egg Puffs, muffin tin recipes, snack
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