Description
Powerfully Delicious Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a nutritious and flavorful option for breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack. These fluffy bites are packed with protein and wholesome ingredients, making them a guilt-free treat that satisfies your cravings. With a delightful combination of cottage cheese, eggs, and fresh vegetables, they are easily customizable to suit your taste. Enjoy them warm from the oven or prepare them ahead of time for a convenient meal prep solution throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and cottage cheese until smooth.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese, spinach, chives, and seasonings.
- Pour the mixture into the muffin tin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until set and lightly golden on top.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin; serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite (35g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 160mg