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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

Soft, custardy egg bites made with cottage cheese, eggs, and cheese, baked in a muffin tin. High in protein and customizable with various add-ins like spinach, bacon, and peppers.

  • Total Time: 48 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bites 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8–10 large eggs
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat preferred)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or similar)
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2–1 cup optional add-ins (spinach, bacon, bell peppers, feta cheese)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 12-cup non-stick muffin tin thoroughly or use silicone muffin cups.
  2. In a blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend on medium speed for 1 minute until well combined.
  3. Divide desired cheese and toppings evenly among muffin cups.
  4. Pour egg mixture into each cup, filling about 3/4 full.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool for 10-15 minutes, then remove from pan and serve warm.

Notes

For best results, use full-fat cottage cheese for added richness and moisture. If using a water bath, place a 9×13 dish with 2 cups hot water on the bottom oven rack to keep egg bites moist and tender. Recipe can be customized with various add-ins such as spinach, bacon, diced peppers, or different cheese varieties.

  • Author: Olivia Bennett
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 38 minutes
  • Method: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 250
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 2
  • Fiber: 0
  • Protein: 12
  • Cholesterol: 120