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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs

Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Your New Breakfast Obsession

Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs are a protein-packed breakfast that transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese substitute with lactose-free if required
  • 6 large Eggs choose large eggs for the best results
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese can be replaced with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version
Flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Chives green onions can be a good alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder use fresh minced garlic for added zing
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika try smoked paprika for extra richness
  • to taste Salt adjust according to your preference
  • to taste Pepper adjust according to your preference
Veggies
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers drain excess moisture
  • 1 cup Spinach enjoy fresh or thawed frozen varieties
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes drain well to avoid excess moisture

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or an 8×8-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor for about 30 seconds until creamy and smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs. Gently fold in blended cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, fresh chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add bell peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes into the egg mixture. Stir gently to distribute.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Bake for 15-17 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
  6. Let it rest for 2-3 minutes before slicing into squares or wedges and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust ingredients to fit your taste preferences. Perfect for meal prep and can be enjoyed for breakfast or lunch.

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