Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with the heartiness of eggs and colorful vegetables. This high-protein dish is perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd, making it an ideal choice for busy mornings or brunch gatherings. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, you can tailor this recipe to suit your taste preferences. The rich flavors of melted cheese and fresh veggies create a satisfying meal that will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- ½ cup diced bell pepper
- ½ cup chopped onion
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until thoroughly beaten.
- Stir in cottage cheese until well combined.
- Mix in spinach, bell pepper, onion, and seasonings until evenly distributed.
- Fold in shredded cheese gently, reserving some for topping if desired.
- Pour mixture into the baking dish; top with reserved cheese.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until set and golden on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing; garnish with fresh herbs or avocado if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 195mg