Description
Creamy cottage cheese egg bites deliver protein-packed morning magic with Mediterranean-inspired herbs and spices. Perfectly portable breakfast delights promise quick nutrition and delectable flavor that energize your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein-Rich Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
Vegetable Ingredients:
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon (1/2 tsp) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1/4 tsp) black pepper
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare a muffin tin with non-stick spray or silicone liners.
- Vigorously whisk eggs until they become light and aerated, creating a fluffy base for the egg bites.
- Incorporate cottage cheese into the whisked eggs, seasoning with salt and pepper for enhanced flavor profile.
- Carefully integrate diced bell peppers and spinach, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese into the blend, gently folding to maintain the light texture of the eggs.
- Distribute the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cavity approximately three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Slide the muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the tops turn golden brown and the centers appear set.
- Remove from the oven and let the egg bites rest for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to firm up slightly before carefully removing from the tin.
- Serve warm as a protein-packed breakfast or savory snack, enjoying the creamy texture and vibrant vegetable medley.
Notes
- Customize the cheese variety by swapping cheddar with feta, goat cheese, or parmesan for different flavor profiles.
- Reduce moisture in vegetables like spinach by gently sautéing or patting them dry to prevent watery egg bites.
- Make these egg bites vegetarian-friendly by adding extra vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or roasted tomatoes for more texture and nutrition.
- Prep ahead and store in airtight containers for meal prepping – they reheat perfectly in the microwave for 30-45 seconds and maintain their fluffy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 370 mg