Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
These Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a healthy and delicious snack or breakfast option! Packed with protein and veggies, they’re perfect for a quick on-the-go meal
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 12 egg bites (depending on the size of your muffin tin) 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/4 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until well combined. Stir in the shredded cheese, diced bell peppers, chopped spinach, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and slightly golden on top.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the egg bites to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin. Serve warm or at room temperature. These are great for breakfast on the go or a protein-packed snack!
Notes
- You can customize the veggies and cheese in this recipe based on your preferences. Try adding mushrooms, onions, or other types of cheese.
- For a low-carb version, use spinach, kale, or other leafy greens instead of bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
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