Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a deliciously fluffy breakfast option that’s both nutritious and versatile. Bursting with protein and flavor, these bite-sized treats combine creamy cottage cheese, fresh spinach, and sharp cheddar for a delightful start to your day. Perfect for meal prep or brunch gatherings, they can be customized with your favorite veggies or herbs. Enjoy them warm or store for later—these egg bites are sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped (or 1/2 cup frozen)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Optional add-ins: bell peppers, onions, or herbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese and eggs until smooth.
- Gently fold in the chopped spinach, cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and baking powder.
- Scoop the mixture into the muffin tin cups until about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before removing from the tin. Serve warm or refrigerate for later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite (45g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 110mg