Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a deliciously fluffy breakfast option that combines eggs and creamy cottage cheese for a satisfying, protein-packed treat. Ideal for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, these bite-sized delights can be customized with your favorite veggies and spices, making them as versatile as they are tasty. Whether you’re meal prepping or entertaining guests, these egg bites will become a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers, spinach, or onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or oil.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy.
- Stir in the cottage cheese, shredded cheese, and diced veggies until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the mixture into the muffin cups until they are three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg