Savory Cottage Cheese Egg Bites for a Healthy Breakfast Delight
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites deliver a punch of savory goodness and protein for a nourishing breakfast.
Equipment
- Muffin tin
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- spatula
Ingredients
For the Egg Mixture
- 1 cup Cottage cheese adds creaminess and protein boost
- 6 large Eggs main base for the recipe
- ½ cup Shredded cheddar cheese lends a sharp flavor
- ½ teaspoon Baking powder helps the egg bites rise
For the Veggies
- 1 cup Chopped spinach infuses nutrients
- ½ cup Chopped red bell pepper adds sweetness and color
For Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Garlic powder provides savory depth
- ¼ teaspoon Salt amplifies taste
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper adds hint of spice
- ¼ teaspoon Onion powder introduces mild onion flavor
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil to grease muffin tin
Instructions
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a non-stick muffin tin.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until frothy.
- Fold in cottage cheese until well combined.
- Add cheddar cheese, spinach, bell pepper, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Mix well.
- Mix baking powder with a tiny splash of water, then fold it into the egg mixture.
- Stir in olive oil until evenly distributed.
- Scoop the mixture into muffin cups, filling them nearly to the top.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until set and golden.
- Cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then release with a butter knife.
- Serve warm or store as needed.
Notes
These Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are perfect for meal prep, providing both health and flavor in one bite.
Nutrition
Serving: 1biteCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
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