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🍳 Ultimate Healthy, High-Protein Egg Muffin Master List

(All variations are gluten-free, low-carb adaptable, and packed with 10-15g protein per muffin!)

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🌿 BASE RECIPE (Makes 12 muffins)

Ingredients:

• 8 large eggs (or 6 eggs + 6 egg whites)
• 1 cup cottage cheese (or Greek yogurt for tang)
• 1 tbsp olive/avocado oil
• ¼ tsp sea salt + black pepper

Macros (per muffin, base only):
🔥 70 kcal | 🥚 6g protein | 🥑 5g fat | 🌾 1g carb

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🥇 TOP 10 HEALTHY PROTEIN VARIATIONS

1. Mediterranean

• Add: ½ cup spinach, ¼ cup feta, 2 tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, 1 tsp oregano
• Protein: 9g per muffin | Perks: Rich in calcium & antioxidants

2. Smoked Salmon & Dill

• Add: ½ cup flaked salmon, 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1 tsp lemon zest
• Protein: 11g | Perks: Omega-3s for brain health

3. Tex-Mex

• Add: ½ cup black beans, ¼ cup pepper jack, 2 tbsp salsa, ½ tsp cumin
• Protein: 10g | Perks: Fiber + metabolism-boosting spices

4. Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric

• Add: 1 tsp turmeric, ½ tsp black pepper, ¼ cup roasted sweet potatoes
• Protein: 7g | Perks: Fights inflammation

5. Kale & Sun-Dried Tomato

• Add: 1 cup chopped kale, ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, 1 garlic clove
• Protein: 8g | Perks: Vitamin K + iron

6. Mushroom & Thyme

• Add: 1 cup sautéed mushrooms, 1 tbsp thyme, ¼ cup Parmesan
• Protein: 9g | Perks: Selenium for immunity

7. Buffalo Chicken

• Add: ½ cup shredded chicken, 1 tbsp hot sauce, 2 tbsp blue cheese
• Protein: 12g | Perks: Lean muscle builder

8. Pesto & Turkey

• Add: ½ cup ground turkey, 2 tbsp pesto, ¼ cup mozzarella
• Protein: 13g | Perks: Heart-healthy fats

9. Vegan "Egg" (Chickpea base)

• Sub: 1 cup chickpea flour + 1 cup water for eggs
• Add: ½ cup crumbled tofu, 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
• Protein: 8g | Perks: Plant-powered protein

10. Sweet Cinnamon (For snack-style muffins)

• Add: 1 mashed banana, 1 tsp cinnamon, 2 tbsp almond butter
• Protein: 7g | Perks: Natural energy boost

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⚡ PRO TIPS FOR ALL VARIATIONS

1. Prep Ahead: Bake & freeze for 3 months (reheat in toaster oven).
2. Boost Protein: Add 1 scoop unflavored collagen (+10g protein total).
3. Make It Keto: Skip beans/fruit, add extra cheese/avocado.
4. Kid-Friendly: Let them pick mix-ins (try #7 or #10).

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📊 NUTRITION COMPARISON

Variation	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Best For
Mediterranean	90	9g	3g	Heart health
Smoked Salmon	100	11g	2g	Brain function
Tex-Mex	95	10g	5g	Post-workout
Vegan Chickpea	85	8g	8g	Plant-based diets

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🍽️ SERVING IDEAS

• Breakfast: 2 muffins + ½ avocado = ~20g protein
• Post-Workout: 3 muffins + green smoothie = ~30g protein
• Meal Prep: Pair different flavors for variety!

Which combo will you try first? All deliver maximum nutrition with minimal processed ingredients! 😊