Golden, flaky puff pastry filled with eggs, cottage cheese, colourful vegetables, and melted cheese — these easy savoury muffins are perfect for breakfast, lunchboxes, meal prep, or a quick snack.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Easy to prepare with simple ingredients
✔ Great for meal prep and lunchboxes
✔ Packed with vegetables and protein
✔ Freezer-friendly
✔ Perfect for busy mornings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time
25–30 minutes
Servings 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry, partially thawed
- 5 eggs
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup grated cheese
- 3 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, corn, and carrots), thawed
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon mixed herbs (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Muffin Tray
Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan-forced). Lightly grease a 12-hole muffin tray.
Cut the puff pastry into squares and gently press each piece into the muffin cups to create pastry cases.
Step 2: Make the Filling
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until smooth.
Add the grated cheese, mixed vegetables, salt, pepper, and herbs. Stir until well combined.
Step 3: Fill the Muffin Cups
Spoon the mixture evenly into the pastry-lined muffin cups.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the egg filling is cooked through.
Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tray.
Serving Suggestions
These savoury muffins are delicious served warm with:
- A fresh garden salad
- Tomato chutney
- A bowl of soup
- A cup of chai for an afternoon snack
Storage Tips
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For longer storage, freeze the muffins and reheat in the oven or air fryer until warmed through.
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