Description
These easy cottage cheese egg bites are a delicious and protein-packed breakfast option. They are simple to make and can be customized with your favorite vegetables and cheese. Perfect for meal prep or a quick morning meal on the go!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach (or veggies of choice)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil or cooking spray, for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and cottage cheese until well combined. Add in spinach, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Pour the egg mixture evenly into the muffin tin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the egg bites are set and lightly golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the egg bites to cool slightly, then carefully remove from the tin. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can store these egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Simply reheat in the microwave for a quick breakfast.
- Experiment with different vegetable and cheese combinations to create your favorite flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: Cottage Cheese, Egg Bites, Breakfast, Protein, Vegetarian, Easy Recipe
