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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs

Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs for a Creamy, High-Protein Delight

Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs are a creamy, high-protein breakfast option that can be customized to fit any dietary preference.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Egg Mixture
  • 6 large Eggs or 8 egg whites for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese 2% or full-fat; ricotta or Greek yogurt can be used as alternatives
  • 1/4 cup Milk or Cream optional for creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder optional seasoning
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Fresh Herbs such as parsley, chives, or dill
  • 1 cup Diced Vegetables optional; spinach, tomatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Bacon Bits or Diced Ham optional
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan or Shredded Cheddar optional
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheese for Topping optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • ramekins or baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease ramekins or a baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and cottage cheese until well combined. Add milk or cream, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, whisking for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  3. Fold in chopped fresh herbs, diced vegetables, or bacon/ham until evenly distributed.
  4. Divide the mixture among prepared ramekins or pour into a baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheese if desired.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffy and golden around the edges. The center should be just set.
  6. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving with toast or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 20gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep, can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.

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