Easy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites (Printable)

Protein-rich egg bites blended with cottage cheese and veggies for a quick, wholesome start.

# What You Need:

→ Eggs & Dairy

01 - 6 large eggs
02 - 1 cup cottage cheese
03 - 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or preferred variety)

→ Vegetables

04 - 1/2 cup diced bell peppers, any color
05 - 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach (or thawed frozen, excess moisture removed)

→ Seasonings & Garnish

06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives or herbs (parsley, dill) for garnish, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or insert silicone muffin liners.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs and cottage cheese until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - Fold in shredded cheese, diced bell peppers, chopped spinach, salt, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
04 - Pour mixture evenly into prepared muffin cups, filling each approximately 2/3 full.
05 - Bake 20-25 minutes until egg bites are set and lightly golden on surface.
06 - Allow to cool in tin for 5 minutes. Gently remove from cups and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Protein-Rich: Packed with 7g of protein per bite thanks to eggs and cottage cheese.
  • Easy to Prep: Only 10 minutes of active preparation time.
  • Customizable: Swap veggies and seasonings to suit your taste.
  • Meal Prep Friendly: Can be stored for up to 4 days for a fast morning meal.
02 -
  • Use silicone muffin molds to ensure the bites release easily without sticking.
  • Fill each cup only 2/3 full to allow room for the eggs to rise as they bake.
  • Let the bites rest in the tin for 5 minutes after baking to help them set perfectly before removal.
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