Easy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites for Breakfast & Meal Prep (Print Version)
Protein-packed Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are an easy, healthy breakfast or snack. Perfect for busy mornings and convenient meal prep throughout the week.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian, Diabetic-Friendly
# Ingredients:
→ The Creamy & Eggy Base
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8 large eggs
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1 cup small-curd cottage cheese (2% or 4%)
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1/4 cup milk (any kind, 2% or whole)
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1 tbsp cornstarch or all-purpose flour
→ Savory Flavor Boosters
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack)
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1/2 cup finely diced bell pepper (any color)
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1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp salt
→ Optional Fresh Finish
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1 tbsp chopped fresh chives, for garnish
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Pinch of red pepper flakes, for garnish (optional)
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup standard muffin tin with cooking spray or butter. This ensures your Easy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites for Breakfast & Meal Prep release cleanly after baking.
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In a large bowl, whisk together 8 large eggs, 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese, 1/4 cup milk (any kind), and 1 tbsp cornstarch or all-purpose flour until well combined and relatively smooth. A few small cottage cheese curds are fine.
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Fold in 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack), 1/2 cup finely diced bell pepper, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach into the egg mixture. These additions make your Easy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites for Breakfast & Meal Prep flavorful and nutritious.
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Season the mixture with 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir gently to distribute the seasonings evenly throughout the batter.
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Divide the egg mixture evenly among the 12 prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Ensure an even distribution of the savory fillings in each cup for consistent bites.
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Bake for 20 minutes, or until the egg bites are set in the center and lightly golden brown around the edges. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean, indicating they are ready.
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Let the Easy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites for Breakfast & Meal Prep cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before carefully removing them. Garnish with 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives and a pinch of red pepper flakes, if desired, before serving.
# Notes:
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Feel free to customize your egg bites with other veggies like mushrooms, cooked sausage, or different cheeses. Just ensure any wet ingredients are drained and meat is cooked.
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Store cooled egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven for a quick breakfast or snack.
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These egg bites are perfect for meal prep! Make a batch on Sunday and have grab-and-go breakfasts ready for busy weekdays.
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For an even smoother texture, you can blend the cottage cheese and milk in a blender before adding to the eggs, though small curds are part of the charm.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Standard 12-cup muffin tin
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Large mixing bowl
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Whisk
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Cutting board
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Knife
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 255 kcal
Total Fat: 16 g
Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
Protein: 22 g