Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Your Quick Protein-Packed Breakfast

Enjoy a healthy and satisfying breakfast with Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs, packed with protein and customizable to your taste.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 3

Total Time 28

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup Cottage Cheese lactose-free if needed
4 large Eggs for best results
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese substitute with nutritional yeast for dairy-free

For Seasoning

2 tablespoons Fresh Chives green onion works as substitute
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder switch to fresh minced garlic for bolder taste
1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika can deepen flavor
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Optional Add-ins

1/2 cup Bell Peppers drain excess moisture if using
1 cup Spinach fresh or well-thawed frozen
1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes ensure to drain well

Equipment

oven
food processor
Mixing bowl
baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor until smooth, about 30 seconds.
Whisk eggs in a bowl until well-combined, then fold in blended cottage cheese and other ingredients.
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake in the oven for 15-17 minutes until the edges are set but the center jiggles.
Let the dish rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to mix and match ingredients and add your favorite spices to create a version that suits your taste! Perfect for meal prep and customize to fit dietary needs.

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