Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs

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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs

A High-Protein, Fluffy Breakfast Bake – Like a Crustless Quiche!

Why You’ll Love This

✔ 20g protein/serving – Keeps you full for hours!
✔ No crust needed – Low-carb & gluten-free.
✔ Creamy, not rubbery – Cottage cheese makes it luxuriously tender.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup (225g) full-fat cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Optional add-ins:
  • Chopped spinach
  • Diced ham or cooked bacon
  • Sautéed mushrooms

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep & Blend

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or small baking dish.
  2. In a blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth (~30 sec).

2. Customize & Bake

  1. Stir in any add-ins (spinach, meat, etc.) by hand.
  2. Pour into dish and bake 25-30 mins until puffed and golden at edges (center should barely jiggle).

3. Rest & Serve

  1. Let cool 5 mins (it will deflate slightly).
  2. Slice and garnish with fresh herbs or hot sauce!

Pro Tips

🧀 Cottage cheese hack: Blend it first for ultra-smooth texture.
🌿 Fresh herbs: Fold in chives or dill before baking.
🔥 Spicy twist: Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños.

Serving Ideas

🥑 Top with avocado slices or salsa.
🍞 Serve with toasted sourdough for a hearty meal.

More Protein-Packed Breakfasts:

🍳 Cottage Cheese Pancakes
🥦 Crustless Spinach Feta Pie

Fluffy, savory, and packed with protein! 🥚✨

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