Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
These bite-sized Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are packed with protein and flavor, making them a perfect quick and healthy snack or breakfast option!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 large large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (0%–2% fat recommended)
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or feta)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- up to 1 cup optional mix-ins (chopped fresh spinach, diced bell peppers, broccoli florets, cooked sausage, diced ham) Mix-ins can be customized based on preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a silicone muffin tray.
- In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Blend until smooth.
- Pour about ¼ cup of the egg mixture into each muffin cavity of the tray.
- Add your chosen mix-ins along with the shredded cheese to each cup.
Baking
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the centers are just set.
- Allow the bites to cool slightly before removing them from the tray.
Notes
These bites store well in the fridge or freezer. They can be served with fresh fruit, avocado slices, or a dollop of salsa for extra flavor.