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Fluffy Cottage Cheese Egg Bake

A simple, high-protein egg bake with cottage cheese, perfect for breakfast or meal prep. The cottage cheese melts into the eggs for a soft, fluffy, and creamy texture, and the dish is easily customizable with your favorite vegetables.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil (grapeseed, avocado, or olive oil; can substitute butter)
  • 1 cup bell pepper, diced (red, yellow, or orange)
  • 1 cup yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cups baby spinach, packed, roughly chopped (measure, then chop)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 large eggs
  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided in half (can substitute regular cheddar, Monterey Jack, or similar)
  • Optional garnish: sliced green onions or chives

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add bell pepper and onion; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and garlic; cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, paprika, and salt until well combined. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the cooked vegetable mixture.
  4. Pour the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with green onions or chives if desired.

Notes

This egg bake is highly versatile—feel free to add other vegetables, cooked meats, or different cheeses. It reheats well and is great for meal prep. For a lighter version, use low-fat cottage cheese and reduce the amount of cheddar.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Method: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 394
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 12
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 400