Cottage Cheese Eggs Breakfast
Start your day with these creamy, protein-packed Cottage Cheese Eggs! 🥚🧀 This easy Cottage Cheese Breakfast is perfect for meal prep and takes just 20 minutes to make. Fluffy, delicious, and packed with nutrients, these Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a game-changer for busy mornings! Serve on toast with avocado or bake with your favorite veggies for a nutritious twist. Save this Cottage Cheese Recipe and enjoy a healthy, effortless breakfast!
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder optional
- 1/4 tsp paprika optional
- Chopped fresh herbs such as chives or parsley, optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter.
- Assemble Ingredients: Add the cottage cheese to the center of the baking dish. Crack the eggs around the cottage cheese.
- Season & Bake: Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and optional seasonings. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until eggs are set to your desired consistency.
- Mix & Serve: Once baked, gently stir the eggs and cottage cheese together. Serve warm over toast, in a wrap, or alongside crispy bacon.
Notes
- Add-Ins:Â Add your favorite herbs and veggies to this dish before baking. Dice them up and scatter around the cottage cheese and eggs, then mix once done!
- Cheese Substitutions:Â Cottage cheese gives this recipe extra protein, but feel free to substitute for your favorite soft cheese, such as feta, boursin, or goat cheese.
- Time Adjustments:Â For soft baked eggs, set your timer for 18-20 minutes. For firmer eggs, bake for around 22 minutes, depending on your oven.