Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a fluffy, protein-packed breakfast delight, blending creamy cottage cheese with eggs and vibrant veggies. Perfect for meal prep or a quick snack!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Optional: diced bell peppers, onions, or tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin with non-stick spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, and baking powder until smooth.
- Fold in spinach and shredded cheese until evenly mixed.
- Pour the mixture into each muffin cup until three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and set in the middle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite (50g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Customize with your favorite vegetables or spices for varied flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
Find it online: https://masonrecipes.com/cottage-cheese-egg-bites/