Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a deliciously versatile and nutritious option for busy mornings or quick snacks. These protein-packed bites feature a creamy texture combined with savory flavors from bacon and cheese, making them irresistible for any time of day. Not only are they easy to prepare, but they also lend themselves well to customization, allowing you to add your favorite ingredients. Perfect for meal prep, these Cottage Cheese Egg Bites can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or stored in the fridge for convenient snacking throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup cooked bacon bits
- 7 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs. Add in bacon bits, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper; mix until well combined.
- Generously spray a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking oil and evenly divide the egg mixture among the cups.
- Place a pan with water on the lower rack of the oven to maintain moisture while baking. Bake the muffins for 23–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let them cool slightly before removing from the pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite
- Calories: 88
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 186mg