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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

Savory Cottage Cheese Egg Bites: Fuel Your Day Deliciously

Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are fluffy, protein-packed, low-carb breakfast delights perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Egg Mixture
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese can substitute with dairy-free cottage cheese for a vegan option
  • 6 large Eggs provides structure and lightness
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or melted butter/cooking spray
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder do not skip for fluffy texture
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese substitute with mozzarella or dairy-free cheese if desired
  • 1 cup Chopped Spinach can swap with kale or other leafy greens
  • 1 medium Chopped Red Bell Pepper use other bell peppers or diced tomatoes as a substitution
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic is a viable option, adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
Optional Add-Ins
  • Fresh Herbs like parsley, chives, or basil
  • Other Vegetables consider zucchini, mushrooms, or broccoli

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Measuring Cup

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, crack the eggs and whisk until frothy and well combined, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add cottage cheese to the egg mixture and stir until smooth and fully incorporated.
  4. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese gently until evenly distributed.
  5. Add chopped spinach, red bell pepper, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and onion powder to the bowl. Stir well.
  6. In a small bowl, dissolve baking powder in 1 tablespoon water and mix into the egg mixture.
  7. Pour in the olive oil and mix until the batter is smooth.
  8. Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup nearly to the top.
  9. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are set and golden brown.
  10. Once baked, cool for 5 minutes before loosening the edges to remove from the tin.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.

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