Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
By Emma Collins
These high-protein cottage cheese egg bites are a convenient and healthy breakfast option, perfect for meal prep. With a creamy texture and cheesy flavor, they provide a satisfying start to your day. Easy to customize with various mix-ins, they are great for busy mornings or as a nutritious snack. Try them warm or chilled, making them a versatile choice for breakfast or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
- •1 can cooking spray
- •8 large eggs
- •1 cup cottage cheese (4% or low-fat)
- •0.5 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- •0.25 teaspoon fine salt
- •1 pinch black pepper
- •fresh chives (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- 1
Mist the cups of a silicone muffin pan lightly with cooking spray.
- 2
Preheat oven to 350°F.
- 3
In a blender, blend together the eggs, cottage cheese, cheddar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 4
Divide the egg mixture into the cups of the muffin pan, filling each about half full.
- 5
Sprinkle with the chopped chives.
- 6
Add any other mix-ins, such as veggies or bacon, to the cups at this stage.
- 7
Bake for 20-22 minutes or until muffins are slightly firm to touch in the center.
- 8
Remove the muffin pan from the oven.
- 9
Let the egg bites cool a few minutes before removing them from the pan to enjoy or store for later.
- 10
Store egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
146
Protein
12g
Fat
9g
Carbs
3g
