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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

Cottage Cheese Egg Bites: Healthy, Fluffy & Flavorful Delights

Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a high-protein, low-carb breakfast option that can be customized to fit your taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 bites
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Egg Mixture
  • 6 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Full-fat recommended
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
For the Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Spinach Thaw and drain if frozen
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Any color
  • 1/4 cup Chives/Green Onions
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Bacon/Ham/Sausage Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Mushrooms Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin or Silicone Mold

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease each cup of a muffin tin or silicone mold.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them until well combined and slightly frothy.
  4. Add the cottage cheese, shredded cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the egg mixture and stir gently.
  5. Fold in any optional mix-ins like spinach, bell peppers, or chives.
  6. Spoon the mixture into each muffin cup, filling them about three-quarters full.
  7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden on top and set in the center.
  8. Remove from the oven, let cool for 5 minutes, then gently remove from the tin.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bites can be customized with various mix-ins to suit your taste.

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