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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Creamy, Protein-Packed Delight

Discover how to make Protein-Packed Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs, a healthy breakfast option with 28 grams of protein per serving.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Main Mixture
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Opt for lactose-free if sensitive to dairy
  • 4 large Eggs Essential for structure and protein boost
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast as a dairy-free alternative
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chives Can substitute with green onion
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic offers stronger flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika gives extra flavor depth
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
For the Veggie Add-ins
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Drain excess moisture if canned
  • 1 cup Spinach Fresh or well-thawed frozen spinach works
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Drain properly to prevent sogginess

Equipment

  • food processor
  • 9-inch pie dish or 8x8-inch 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 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray or a light layer of oil.
  3. Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor for about 30 seconds until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and then fold in the blended cottage cheese, Parmesan, chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Stir in the bell peppers and spinach, ensuring to drain any excess moisture from the veggies.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
  8. Let it rest for 2-3 minutes before cutting into squares or wedges and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Blend cottage cheese until smooth to avoid lumps and watch baking time to prevent rubbery texture.

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