Cottage Cheese Egg Bake: A High-Protein Breakfast Delight
By Noah Bennett
Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a hearty dish enriched with protein-rich cottage cheese and fresh vegetables, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. With its creamy texture and melted cheese, this flavorful egg bake is both satisfying and versatile, making it ideal for meal prep or serving a crowd. Enjoy it warm from the oven or as leftovers throughout the week for a nutritious boost.
Ingredients
- •6 large eggs
- •2 cups cottage cheese
- •1 cup shredded cheese (your choice)
- •1 cup chopped spinach
- •0.5 cup diced bell pepper
- •0.5 cup chopped onion
- •0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- •0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- •0.5 teaspoon salt
- •0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until well beaten.
- 3
Stir in the cottage cheese until fully incorporated.
- 4
Mix in the chopped spinach, diced bell pepper, chopped onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until everything is combined evenly.
- 5
Gently fold in the shredded cheese, reserving some for topping if desired.
- 6
Pour the egg mixture into the greased baking dish and sprinkle any reserved shredded cheese on top.
- 7
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until set and golden brown.
- 8
Allow to cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
210
Protein
18g
Fat
10g
Carbs
12g
