Description
These Protein-Packed Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with the richness of eggs and cheddar. Packed with spinach and green onions for a fresh touch, these bite-sized delights are perfect for meal prepping or a quick snack that keeps you energized throughout the day.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (preferably full fat for creaminess)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped spinach
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
For Greasing
- Non-stick cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 6-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Whisk Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the 6 large eggs until the mixture is smooth and uniform in color.
- Add Cottage Cheese: Add 1 cup of cottage cheese to the beaten eggs and whisk thoroughly until the mixture becomes creamy and well combined.
- Mix in Additional Ingredients: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, finely chopped spinach, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika if using, ensuring even distribution.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow expansion during baking.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and have a lightly golden top.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the egg bites to cool slightly before carefully removing them from the muffin tin. Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Storage and Reheating: These egg bites can be reheated gently in the microwave. They also freeze well when wrapped individually for quick protein-rich snacks or breakfasts.
Notes
- Swap spinach for kale or add diced bell peppers or cooked bacon to customize the flavor.
- Using full-fat cottage cheese gives a creamier texture, but low-fat cottage cheese works as well.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute the cheddar cheese with vegan cheese or omit it altogether.
- These bites freeze well; wrap each individually and reheat in the microwave for convenience.
