Description
These Delicious Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a creamy, protein-packed breakfast option made with eggs, cottage cheese, and cheddar. Baked to perfection, they are easy to customize with your favorite veggies or meats, making a nutritious and convenient make-ahead meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Optional Mix-ins
- Diced bell peppers
- Chopped spinach
- Cooked bacon bits
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with silicone muffin liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a blender or a large bowl, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Blend or whisk the mixture until smooth and well combined for a creamy texture.
- Add Mix-ins: If using optional mix-ins like diced bell peppers, chopped spinach, bacon bits, or green onions, gently fold them into the egg mixture to distribute evenly without deflating the mixture.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow space for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set in the center and lightly golden on top.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the egg bites to cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them. Serve warm or refrigerate for up to 4 days for a quick breakfast option.
Notes
- Cottage cheese adds a creamy texture and boosts protein content significantly.
- Customize these egg bites with your favorite vegetables, fresh herbs, or meats like bacon or sausage for added flavor.
- Reheat leftovers quickly in the microwave for a convenient morning meal.
- Use silicone muffin liners for easier removal and cleanup.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese and cheddar with plant-based alternatives, though texture will vary.
