Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
Start your day with these delightful Cottage Cheese Egg Bites, a protein-packed breakfast option that can be made in just 15 minutes. These bites are not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to mix in your favorite vegetables and proteins for a personalized touch. The creamy combination of cottage cheese and eggs results in a satisfying texture that’s perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings. Simply pack them for a nutritious on-the-go meal or savor them at home with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (0% – 2% fat content)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup mix-ins of choice (e.g., chopped spinach, diced peppers, cooked chicken sausage)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a silicone muffin tray.
- In a high-powered blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture evenly into the muffin tray cavities, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Add shredded cheese and desired mix-ins on top of each egg bite mixture, gently incorporating them.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until the centers are firm. Let cool slightly before removing from the tray.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite (56g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
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