Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
Quick and nutritious Cottage Cheese Egg Bites that are perfect for breakfast or snacks, customizable with your favorite vegetables and cheeses.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar, mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup chopped vegetables (e.g., spinach, bell peppers, onion)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set it to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or oil.
- Blend the base: In a blender, combine cottage cheese, eggs, salt, and pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the flavor: In a separate bowl, mix your chopped vegetables with the shredded cheese.
- Combine the mixture: Pour the blended egg mixture over the veggies and cheese, stirring until everything is fully combined.
- Fill the tin: Divide the mixture evenly among the greased muffin tin cups.
- Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and slightly golden on top.
- Cool down: Allow the bites to cool slightly before removing them from the tin. Serve warm or store in the fridge for easy meal prep.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 3-5 days. Reheat in the microwave for about 30 seconds.
Find it online: https://breakfastrecip.com/cottage-cheese-egg-bites-2/