Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
Cottage cheese egg bites are fluffy, protein-rich mini frittatas made with eggs, creamy cottage cheese, and customizable mix-ins. Perfect for breakfast, meal prep, or a healthy snack, they’re baked in muffin tins for easy grab-and-go convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 egg bites
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers or onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin or silicone molds.
- In a blender or large bowl, combine eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend or whisk until smooth.
- Stir in optional mix-ins such as vegetables or cooked meat.
- Pour the mixture evenly into muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until puffed and set in the center.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan.
- Serve warm, or let cool completely for storage.
Notes
Blending the cottage cheese makes the texture extra smooth and fluffy.Use silicone molds for easiest release and cleanup.Great for meal prep—store in the fridge or freezer for later.Add hot sauce, herbs, or different cheeses for variety.Let cool fully before freezing to prevent condensation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 egg bites
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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