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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs

Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Fluffy, Protein-Packed Delight

Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs offer a nutritious breakfast with 28 grams of protein per serving, perfect for any diet.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Use lactose-free if needed.
  • 4 large Eggs Large eggs yield the best texture.
For the Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Swap with nutritional yeast for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives Green onions can be a good substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika intensifies the flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Veggies
  • 1/2 cup Bell Peppers Ensure to drain moisture if using.
  • 1 cup Spinach Fresh or well-thawed frozen works well.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Make sure to drain them.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a 9-inch pie dish or an 8×8-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  3. In a food processor, blend the cottage cheese for about 30 seconds until smooth.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk the large eggs and then fold in the blended cottage cheese, Parmesan, chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Mix in the drained bell peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  6. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes until the edges set and the center jiggles slightly.
  8. Let it rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

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