Description
This Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a high-protein, low-carb breakfast that’s both nutritious and delicious! It’s packed with eggs, creamy cottage cheese, and flavorful add-ins like spinach, peppers, and cheese. Perfect for meal prep, this easy bake is great for busy mornings and can be customized with your favorite ingredients!
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat & Prepare the Dish:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter.
- 2. Mix the Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, and shredded cheese.
- Stir in the bell pepper, spinach, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- 3. Bake the Egg Casserole:
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is slightly golden.
- 4. Cool & Serve:
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Serve warm, or refrigerate for meal prep and enjoy throughout the week!
Notes
- Make it heartier: Add cooked bacon, sausage, or diced ham.
- Dairy-free option: Use dairy-free cheese and swap cottage cheese for silken tofu.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Microwave for 30–60 seconds or warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 230mg