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Easy Low Carb Keto Ham Cottage Cheese Egg Muffins

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 12 egg muffins
Calories 156kcal
Author Brenda Bennett/Sugar Free Mom

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces ham diced
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions  (green onions)
  • optional: garlic powder, onion powder

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 12 capacity muffin pan with avocado oil or olive oil cooking spray or if you prefer use a silicone muffin pan or parchment paper liners for easier removal.
  • Place half the diced ham into each muffin cup. Set aside the rest.
  • In a large bowl, place the eggs, cottage cheese, heavy cream, mozzarella and salt and pepper. Whisk to combine. Pour egg mixture into each muffin liners cup or silicone mold.
  • Add the rest of the diced ham into each cup. Sprinkle in chopped scallions into each cup.
  • Bake for 23-25 minutes until puffed up and golden brown around the edges. Cool slightly then enjoy.
  • Storage: Place any leftover egg muffins into an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or cover with plastic wrap.

Notes

.9 grams net carbs for one egg muffin

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffin | Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 146mg | Sodium: 434mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 268IU | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 1mg