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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a quick, protein-packed, and delicious recipe perfect for breakfast, snacks, or light dinners. Combining creamy cottage cheese with fluffy eggs, these bite-sized treats are nutritious, customizable, and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes. They offer a light, satisfying meal that is portable and adaptable to fit any taste or dietary need.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella, optional)
  • ½ cup chopped veggies (spinach, bell peppers, onions, etc.)
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (chives or parsley), chopped
  • Olive oil or cooking spray for greasing the muffin tin

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin with olive oil or cooking spray to ensure the egg bites come out easily once cooked.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and cottage cheese until smooth and creamy. This mixture creates the fluffy, protein-rich base of the bites.
  3. Add Flavor and Fillings: Fold in your choice of chopped veggies, optional cheese, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Stir gently so everything is evenly combined without losing the airiness of the eggs.
  4. Fill the Muffin Tin: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full to leave room for rising.
  5. Bake Until Set: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are puffed up, golden, and fully cooked through. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick to ensure they are set.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Let the Cottage Cheese Egg Bites cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin. Serve warm or store for later use.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cottage cheese to enhance creaminess and flavor.
  • Do not overfill the muffin cups to avoid spills and uneven cooking.
  • Beat the eggs well to incorporate air for fluffier bites.
  • Pre-cook veggies to avoid excess moisture and ensure tenderness.
  • Test for doneness with a toothpick before removing from the oven.
  • Customize with your favorite herbs, veggies, or cheeses for variety.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze individual egg bites for up to 2 months after flash freezing on a baking sheet.
  • Reheat in the microwave for about 30 seconds or in a toaster oven until warmed through.

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Keywords: Cottage Cheese Egg Bites, protein breakfast, easy egg bites, healthy snacks, low carb breakfast

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