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Beef Breakfast Burrito Muffins

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Who says burritos are just for lunch or dinner? These Beef Breakfast Burrito Muffins are one of those viral recipes that stand up to the showiness—so easy, so delicious, and perfect for any meal of the day! These high-protein breakfast muffins are made with low-carb tortillas, leftover taco meat, and fluffy scrambled eggs, delivering a healthy breakfast meal prep option that’s satisfying and nutritious. 🌯✨

Why You’ll Love These Burrito Muffins

  • Make-Ahead Convenience – These easy meal prep breakfast muffins can be baked in advance and stored in the fridge or freezer for a quick, protein-packed bite anytime.
  • High-Protein, Low-Carb – Each muffin is loaded with 20g of protein and only 3g net carbs, making it an excellent low-carb breakfast idea for busy mornings.
  • Customizable & Fun to Make – Swap in your favorite cheese, go all-veggie, or use bacon instead of beef to create keto-friendly breakfast muffins tailored to your taste.

Simple Wholesome Ingredients & Big Flavor: The base of these muffins starts with low-carb tortillas (you can actually use any type of tortilla), forming a pinwheel-like layer inside the muffin tin with crispy edges. The filling is a satisfying mix of eggs, salsa, cheese, and leftover taco meat—though you can use any type of salsa, cheese, protein (or veggie substitute). These gluten-free breakfast muffins are easy to adapt with the ingredients that you prefer.

Fun to Make: Assembling these pinwheel tortilla egg muffins is fun! You simply roll up the tortillas and snip them with kitchen shears to create pinwheel-like spirals, which you nestle into the 6-count jumbo muffin tin* before pouring in the filling. It’s a simple hack that makes this breakfast idea look amazing while ensuring every bite has the perfect balance of texture and flavor. These tortilla egg muffins are super yummy and super clever!

* I’m recommending this silicone muffin pan because I think the muffins will pop out easier!

Perfect for Meal Prep: These burrito muffins aren’t just for breakfast—they make a great snack, lunch, or post-workout meal too. Pair with avocado, hot sauce, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for even more flavor. If you love high-protein meal prep, these are a must-try and a fabulous keto breakfast idea.

Trust me, once you try them, you’ll want to keep a batch on hand at all times! Have fun customizing and enjoy these tasty, protein-packed breakfast muffins. 😋

Beef Breakfast Burrito Muffins: a protein-backed breakfast idea that is so good, so easy, and perfect for any meal of the day! Low-carb tortillas form the base, filled with eggs, salsa, cheese, and leftover taco meat. Bake and enjoy! Each big ole muffin has 216 cal, 3g net carb, 14g fat, 20g protein.
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Beef Breakfast Burrito Muffins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
36 mins
 

This protein-backed breakfast idea is so good, so easy, and perfect for any meal of the day! Low-carb tortillas form the base, filled with eggs, salsa, cheese, and leftover taco meat. Bake and enjoy! Each big ole muffin has 216 cal, 3g net carb, 14g fat, 20g protein.

Course: Breakfast, brunch
Keyword: eggs, high protein, keto
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 216 kcal
Ingredients
  • 4 low-carb tortilla wraps 7”-8” diameter
  • 12 eggs
  • ½ can Rotel drained (or ½ cup salsa)
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • 2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 1/3 cup leftover taco meat ground beef or shredded
  • Cooking spray
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375.
  2. Spray 6-ct jumbo muffin pan with baking spray.
  3. Stack two tortillas together and roll them up. Use kitchen shears to cut in thirds, divide among 3 of the muffin tins and allow to unfurl a bit.
  4. Repeat process with remaining two tortillas. In large jar or bowl, whisk/shake together 12 eggs, Rotel tomatoes (or salsa), salt, pepper and ½ of the cheese.
  5. Distribute this mixture evenly among the six cups. S
  6. prinkle with taco meat and remaining cheese.
  7. Bake for about 25 minutes, or until set.
  8. Let cool a few minutes in pan before removing and adding any taco toppings as desired (like avocado, sour cream, more salsa, etc).
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Beef Breakfast Burrito Muffins: a protein-backed breakfast idea that is so good, so easy, and perfect for any meal of the day! Low-carb tortillas form the base, filled with eggs, salsa, cheese, and leftover taco meat. Bake and enjoy! Each big ole muffin has 216 cal, 3g net carb, 14g fat, 20g protein.

Cottage Cheese Protein Banana Bread – 19g Protein per slice!

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They say necessity is the mother of invention, and that’s exactly how banana bread came to be. Our grandmothers (or great-grandmothers) started baking it back in the 1930s as a way to use up overripe bananas instead of letting them go to waste during the Depression era. Fast forward to today, and while I’m still mindful of minimizing food waste, I also want a banana bread that does more than just taste good—I want it to fuel me with protein and keep me satisfied.

That’s where this Cottage Cheese Protein Banana Bread comes in. When friends at the gym ask me how to make banana bread with more protein, I always give them this healthy banana bread with cottage cheese idea.

It has all the classic banana bread flavors —moist, sweet, and comforting—but with a powerhouse boost of protein to make it a smart choice for breakfast or a pre-/post-workout snack. Cottage cheese adds creaminess and protein without overpowering the banana flavor, and there’s no added sugar since ripe bananas naturally provide plenty of sweetness.

I also use vanilla protein powder in this cottage cheese banana bread recipe to make it even more protein rich. Choose a flavor like vanilla or even cake batter – the light sweetness (usually sugar-free) in these protein powders is also a way to avoid having to add sugar or a sweetener to the banana bread batter. However, if you use an unflavored protein powder or your bananas were not to that super-sweet ripe point yet (or you just like a sweeter bread/cake), you can add about 10 drops or so of a liquid stevia or liquid monk fruit to increase sweetness.

Each slice of this easy protein banana bread packs 19g of protein and just 253 calories, making it a great option whether you need a grab-and-go breakfast, a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, or a post-gym recovery snack. It’s proof that a little creativity in the kitchen can go a long way in making healthy, high-protein choices delicious and easy.

Give this easy high-protein banana bread a try! It’s also easy to customize by sprinkling your favorite chopped nuts, seeds or shredded coconut on the top before baking – or even sugar-free chocolate chips.   

Cottage Cheese Protein Banana Bread makes an easy breakfast, lunchbox treat, or great workout snack with 19g protein and 253 calories, no added sugar and can be made gluten-free.
Cottage Cheese Protein Banana Bread makes an easy breakfast, lunchbox treat, or great workout snack with 19g protein and 253 calories, no added sugar and can be made gluten-free.
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Cottage Cheese Protein Banana Bread
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: high protein, sugar free
Keyword: banana, high protein
Servings: 8 thick slices
Calories: 253 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 cup 2% cottage cheese
  • 1 ¼ cup mashed ripe banana about 2 medium
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/3 cup protein powder vanilla
  • 1 cup all purpose flour or gluten-free baking blend
  • *10-20 stevia or monk fruit drops optional
  • Cooking spray
  • 1-2 tablespoons optional topping like chopped nuts, sugar-free chocolate chips, coconut, etc. optional
Instructions
  1. Pre-heat oven to 350F.
  2. Add cottage cheese, mashed banana (or just the hunks), eggs and oil to blender and blend for about 60 seconds until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add salt, baking soda, cinnamon, and protein powder to blender, blending for about 30 seconds until incorporated. Next add pulsing in and scraping down sides of blender with spatula, as needed. Do not over blend mixture.
  4. Depending on your sweetness preference and/or ripeness of bananas or sweetness of protein powder you may want to add 10-20 drops of liquid stevia or monk fruit. I did NOT however, and it was still nicely, lightly sweet.
  5. Pour mixture into a standard loaf pan that has been liberally sprayed with cooking spray. If desired, sprinkle and desired topping on before baking.
  6. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes until center set and toothpick pulls clean. Let cool in pan for 15 minutes; cut in 8 thick slices.
  7. Store leftovers in fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in microwave for 10 seconds.
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Raspberry Cottage Cheese Mousse – High-Protein, Low-carb, and No-Fuss!

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Looking for a high-protein mousse recipe that’s as easy as it is delicious? This Raspberry Cottage Cheese Mousse is the perfect no-bake raspberry dessert for Valentine’s Day or any time you crave something sweet. Made with just three simple ingredients—cottage cheese, protein powder, and fresh raspberries—with an optional splash of vanilla for extra flavor. No baking, no fuss, just blend it up and enjoy!

Why You’ll Love This Mousse

  • Incredibly Simple – Three ingredients, one blender, and you’re done.
  • No Cooking Required – Perfect for busy days or those who are less familiar with the kitchen!
  • High in Protein, Low in Carbs – This cottage cheese mousse boasts impressive macros: 167 calories, 28g protein, and just 2g net carbs per serving.
  • Ultra Creamy & Delicious – If you think you don’t like cottage cheese, just try this blended cottage cheese recipe! Whipping it up in a blender transforms the curds into a rich, smooth, and luxurious texture.

Cottage Cheese – The Secret Protein Powerhouse

Cottage cheese is one of the simplest, most affordable ways to add extra protein to your day. It’s packed with casein protein, which digests slowly and keeps you full longer. If the texture has kept you away in the past, blending it is a game-changer! It turns incredibly smooth and works perfectly in both sweet and savory dishes.

Check out some of my other popular cottage cheese-based recipes:

This single portion lasagna made in a mug for one is a quick, nutrition and delicious meal that is ready in minutes. A perfectly portioned, high-protein and lower carb solution for your busy lunch hour or a hectic evening. Easy to meal prep ahead and then heat and eat when ready. Gluten free and vegetarian.

No-Noodle Veggie Mug Lasagna for One – A quick and nutritious single-serving lasagna packed with protein and veggies, perfect for a healthy meal in minutes.

High Protein Banana Pudding: A healthy twist on this classic comfort food allows you to enjoy dessert with no guilt while making gains on your daily protein goals! Only 285 calories per serving, with 30g protein! Lower carb, lower, sugar, gluten-free.

High-Protein Banana Pudding with Cottage Cheese – A creamy, high-protein dessert made with cottage cheese for a healthier twist on the classic banana pudding.

A guilt-free makeover on a classic dessert favorite – Caramel Protein Tiramisu! Swapping out traditional ingredients for healthier options like blended cottage cheese for mascarpone cheese and rice cakes for lady fingers creates a protein dessert that nourishes with 31g protein for only 281 calories.

Caramel Protein Tiramisu with Rice Cake Layers – A lightened-up no-bake tiramisu featuring caramel protein, cottage cheese, and rice cakes for a satisfying treat.

For this easy high-protein dessert, I love using Nuzest Clean Lean Protein—it’s plant-based, easy to digest, and has a smooth texture that blends seamlessly into recipes. I’ve been using it for years! Want to try it? Use my discount code FITFORK for 15% off your order.

So grab your blender and give this raspberry protein mousse a try! It’s a healthy Valentine’s Day treat that loves you back with every bite.

This Raspberry Cottage Cheese Protein Mousse is the ultimate Keep It Simple Stupid Valentine’s treat for two— or anytime healthy, high-protein dessert. Just a few ingredients, no cooking, and packed with great nutrition. Macros that’ll fill your heart with joy: 167 cal, 28g protein, 2g net carb.
This Raspberry Cottage Cheese Protein Mousse is the ultimate Keep It Simple Stupid Valentine’s treat for two— or anytime healthy, high-protein dessert. Just a few ingredients, no cooking, and packed with great nutrition. Macros that’ll fill your heart with joy: 167 cal, 28g protein, 2g net carb.
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Raspberry Cottage Cheese Protein Mousse
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
 
This Raspberry Cottage Cheese Protein Mousse is the ultimate Keep It Simple Stupid Valentine’s treat for two—just a few ingredients, no cooking, and packed with protein! Macros that’ll fill your heart with joy: 167 cal, 28g protein, 2g net carb.
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: high protein, low carb
Keyword: cottage cheese, low carb dessert, protein powder, rasberries, raspberry, valentines day
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 167 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 cups 2% milk fat cottage cheese
  • 2/3 cup fresh raspberries
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup vanilla whey protein powder or can use cake batter or similar flavor
  • Optional garnish: Fresh raspberries and whipped cream
  • Optional garnish: Fresh raspberries and whipped cream
Instructions

  1. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, raspberries, protein powder and vanilla extract.

  2. Blend until smooth and creamy. Spoon the mousse into two serving glasses.

  3. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving. Garnish as desired.

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Cottage Cheese Dessert (Low Carb, High Protein)

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Sometimes, you just need a sweet treat that makes you feel good—without derailing your nutrition goals. That’s exactly how this Peanut Butter Chocolate Cottage Cheese Dessert came to life! Inspired by everyone’s favorite candy, the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, this version delivers all the creamy, sweet, and chocolatey indulgence but with a powerful protein boost.

This high-protein dessert recipe has a creamy pudding or spoonable cheesecake texture – if you are looking for a sugar-free Reese’s Cup copycat recipe, then check out Pumpkin Protein Peanut Butter Cups

INDULGENT BUT HEALTHY DESSERT WITH AMAZING MACROS:

  • 31g of protein to keep you satisfied and support muscle recovery
  • Only 275 calories so you can enjoy guilt-free
  • 4g Net Carb and no added sugar thanks to smart ingredient swaps.
  • 13% of your daily DV for calcium

This protein-packed treat is perfect for post-workout recovery, an afternoon pick-me-up, or even a high-protein dessert. The magic is in the simple, nutritious ingredients:

SMART INGREDIENT SWAPS:

  • Cottage Cheese (Instead of Cream Cheese): Keep an ultra-creamy texture boost the protein content with cottage cheese! Pro tip: Don’t drain off the liquid! That runny liquid is actually whey protein, and keeping it also helps everything blend smoothly. Also, best results with 2% or full-fat cottage cheese.
  • Peanut Butter Powder (Instead of Peanut Butter): Delivers all the rich, nutty flavor of peanut butter but with significantly less fat and calories—perfect for balancing indulgence and macros. I like to use this peanut butter powder with no added sugar.
  • Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips (Instead of Full Sugar Chocolate Chips): Satisfies the chocolate craving without the extra sugar, keeping your sweet treat in check. You can use sugar-free milk chocolate chips or sugar-free dark chocolate chips for this recipe.

MORE HIGH PROTEIN COTTAGE CHEESE DESSERTS TO TRY:

This recipe is just another example of how versatile and delicious high-protein cottage cheese desserts can be! If you love this idea, be sure to check out these other cottage cheese, protein-packed treats:

Mango Protein Cheesecake Cup for One is a no-bake, easy high protein snack that will be your new tropical-inspired favorite for a healthy dessert, post-workout snack or even an easy breakfast that also boasts lots of calcium and fiber.

Mango Protein Cheesecake – Get that oh-so-tropical vibe with this delicious, creamy cottage cheese cup that is finished off with a flavorful mango and chia seed topping.

High Protein Banana Pudding: A healthy twist on this classic comfort food allows you to enjoy dessert with no guilt while making gains on your daily protein goals! Only 285 calories per serving, with 30g protein! Lower carb, lower, sugar, gluten-free.

High Protein Cottage Cheese Banana Pudding – Just like your southern Nana’s ‘nana pudding but without added sugar and loaded with protein to keep you filled up!

A healthy fall dessert (balanced enough for breakfast), these little protein cheesecake baked apples are cozy, comforting and a no-added-sugar craving fix when the fall-flavor dessert mood hits. Boosted with protein from cottage cheese and protein powder to support sustained energy. Only 111 calories per piece with 13g protein.

Protein Cheesecake Stuffed Baked Apples – A cozy, fall-inspired dessert that’s actually healthy enough for breakfast.

This low carb Peanut Butter Chocolate Cottage Cheese Cup has a Reese's flavor, it's delicious -- plus simple to make, loaded with protein (31g) and has no added sugar. The perfect snack or dessert for satisfying cravings while staying on track.
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Cottage Cheese Dessert Cup
Prep Time
5 mins
chilling
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
 
This low carb Peanut Butter Chocolate Cottage Cheese Cup has a Reese’s flavor, it’s delicious — plus simple to make, loaded with protein (31g) and has no added sugar. The perfect snack or dessert for satisfying cravings while staying on track.
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: high protein, keto, low carb
Keyword: cottage cheese, high protein, keto, low carb, peanut butter
Servings: 1
Calories: 275 kcal
Ingredients
  • ¾ cup 2% cottage cheese don’t drain!
  • 2 Tbsp peanut butter powder like PBfit, no added sugar variety
  • 5-10 drops stevia or monk fruit liquid drops more or less depending on sweetness preference
  • 60 sugar-free chocolate chips like @choczero lol, yes, I counted them out
  • ½ tsp coconut oil
  • 1 tsp chopped peanuts
Instructions

  1. In small blender, whip together cottage cheese and peanut butter powder until mostly smooth, scraping down blender as needed. If the mixture is just too thick, pour in a little more “juice” from the cottage cheese container (that’s actually the whey) . . . or a teaspoon of milk (but don’t get the mixture thin, you want it to be thick).

  2. Blend in sweetener drops until satisfied with the taste. Scrape this mixture into a 8-oz bowl or mug, smoothing off the top with a spatula.

  3. Add coconut oil to chocolate chips and microwave in 20 second increments, stirring between, until smooth and glossy (it took me 1 minute total). Pour this over the cottage cheese mixture, sprinkle with the peanuts and set in the fridge for 20-ish minutes for the chocolate to harden into a shell.

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Almond Butter Protein Cookies | 3-Ingredient Low Carb Treat

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Today I’m snacking on Almond Butter Protein Cookies, so tasty and a smart treat that supports a low-carb, high protein and/or gluten-free lifestyle.

Almond Butter Protein Cookies are a smart little snack or healthy treat that supports a low-carb, high protein and/or gluten-free lifestyle. 96 calories, 2g net carb and 6g protein each.

 Only 3 ingredients in the actual cookie – a natural-style almond butter, eggs, and whey protein powder. The chocolate drizzle on top is optional, the cookies deliver plenty of yumminess unadorned.  

 Each cookie has 96 calories and 5 grams of protein each, 2g net carb, 8g fat and 5g protein. Please note though, that the exact brand of whey protein powder used could alter the macros a little up or down.

TIPS FOR MAKING PROTEIN ALMOND BUTTER COOKIES

Almond Butter: Use an all-natural almond butter what has a “drippy” consistency. Almonds should be the only ingredient (or maybe a little salt too). With these types of nut butters, as I’m sure you know, you’ll need to stir the oil back into the jar before measuring out. While this is a recipe using almond butter, you COULD substitute all-natural peanut butter, cashew- butter, etc.

Baking Prep: You don’t need to oil/spray/grease the pan for this recipe, the dough itself is quite oily from the nut butter. However, I recommend preparing your baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper to ensure a no-stick result and easier clean up.

Extras: The nutty richness of almond butter and light sweetness from the protein powder are enough alone to make these cookies taste great, but toppings can be fun too. I have the instructions for a chocolate drizzle (made with sugar-free chocolate chips and coconut oil) on the recipe card, but other good ideas to elevate these low carb cookies including dusting with cinnamon or lightly press another topping (like sprinkles, chopped nuts, mini chocolate chips) into the top of the cooking before baking.

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Almond Butter Protein Cookies
Prep Time
8 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 

Almond Butter Protein Cookies are a smart little snack or healthy treat that supports a low-carb, high protein and/or gluten-free lifestyle. 96 calories, 2g net carb and 6g protein each.

Course: cookies, Dessert, snacks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: almond butter, protein powder
Servings: 30 cookies
Calories: 96 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 cup whey vanilla protein powder
  • 1 ½ cup natural almond butter smooth
  • 3 extra large eggs
Optional Chocolate Drizzle:
  • ¼ cup sugar-free chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  3. Combine ingredients in a large mixing bowl and stir until combined and a thick dough formed.
  4. Scoop about 1 tablespoons of cookie dough and roll it into a ball using your hands. Place the balls on baking sheet, spaced out.
  5. Flatten the dough balls into an approximate 2” diameter with the back of a glass or a fork.
  6. Bake for approximately 12 minutes, or until edges turning golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cook on baking sheet for 2 minutes. The transfer to a tray lined with paper towel for the remainder of the cooling and to help absorb any excess almond oils.
  8. Optional chocolate drizzle: After cookies have cooled, heat chocolate chips and coconut oil in small microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 30 seconds and then stir. Return to microwave and heat in 10 second increments, stirring between, until smooth and glossy. Using spoon, drizzle onto cooled cookies. Place try in the fridge for 5 minutes to help set.
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