Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs – Protein-Packed Breakfast Bliss
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs is a protein-packed breakfast that combines creamy cottage cheese with vibrant flavors for a healthy start to your day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- For the Base:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (lactose-free if needed)
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
- For Seasoning:
- 2 tbsp fresh chives (or green onion)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional Add-ins:
- 1 cup bell peppers, drained
- 1 cup spinach, fresh or thawed
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a 9-inch pie dish or 8×8-inch baking dish with oil or cooking spray.
- Blend cottage cheese in a food processor for 30 seconds until smooth.
- Whisk eggs in a large bowl, then fold in blended cottage cheese, Parmesan, chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour mixture into prepared dish, spreading evenly.
- Bake 15–17 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly.
- Let rest 2–3 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Optional add-ins like peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes enhance flavor.
- Great for meal prep and high-protein breakfasts.