Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are the ultimate nutritious snack, perfect for busy mornings or a satisfying midday treat. These fluffy bites combine protein-rich cottage cheese with eggs to create a delightfully creamy texture that can be customized with your favorite vegetables and spices. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare a batch that?s ideal for meal prep?store them in the fridge for quick breakfasts or freeze them for later. Whether enjoyed warm out of the oven or cold as a convenient snack, these savory bites are versatile enough to suit any occasion. With a burst of flavor and wholesome ingredients, Cottage Cheese Egg Bites will soon become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and eggs until smooth.
- Fold in diced bell peppers, chopped spinach, salt, pepper, and any additional spices.
- Pour the mixture into muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Top with grated cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set and golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs such as chives or parsley.
Substitute vegetables according to what you have on hand?zucchini or mushrooms work well too.
To enhance fluffiness, ensure eggs are at room temperature before mixing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack/Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg