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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites: A Protein-Packed Breakfast for Busy Mornings Recipe

otein-Packed Breakfast for Busy Mornings Recipe
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These Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a high-protein, low-fat breakfast option perfect for busy mornings. Combining eggs with creamy cottage cheese and your choice of fresh veggies or meats, they’re easy to prepare, customizable, and bake up into fluffy, savory bites that can be enjoyed fresh or refrigerated for on-the-go meals.

Ingredients

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Egg Mixture

  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (0% – 2% fat recommended)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder

Cheese

  • ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or feta)

Optional Mix-ins (choose up to 1 cup total)

  • Chopped fresh spinach
  • Diced bell peppers
  • Broccoli florets
  • Cooked sausage
  • Diced ham

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a silicone muffin tray to ensure the egg bites don’t stick after baking.
  2. Blend the Base: In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined to create a creamy texture.
  3. Fill the Cups: Pour about ¼ cup of the blended egg mixture into each muffin cavity, distributing evenly to form the base for each egg bite.
  4. Customize the Flavor: Add your chosen mix-ins such as chopped spinach, bell peppers, broccoli, cooked sausage, or diced ham to each cup. Stir gently to incorporate the mix-ins and then sprinkle shredded cheese on top for extra flavor.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Place the muffin tray in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes until the centers of the egg bites are just set and no longer jiggly. Once baked, allow them to cool slightly before removing from the tray.

Notes

  • Use low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese to keep the egg bites light and high in protein.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite low-carb vegetables or cooked meats to add variety.
  • These egg bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • For reheating, microwave for 30-60 seconds until warmed through or reheat in an oven at 325°F for about 10 minutes.
  • Make sure not to overbake to keep the egg bites moist and tender.

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