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Cheesy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

Cheesy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites: Easy Protein-Packed Delight

Cheesy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a protein-packed delight perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 bites
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Egg Mixture
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Substitute with ricotta or Greek yogurt for a similar texture.
  • 4 large Eggs The essential binding agent.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Feel free to swap for mozzarella or feta.
For the Veggies
  • ½ cup Diced Bell Peppers Any color can brighten your bites!
  • ¼ cup Chopped Green Onions Adds a fresh kick.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Complements garlic powder.
  • to taste Salt Essential for balancing flavors.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential for balancing flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Optional for color and smokiness.
For Baking
  • as needed Cooking Spray or Oil Prevents sticking in the muffin tin.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • blender
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of cottage cheese with 4 large eggs and whisk until smooth.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, ½ cup of diced bell peppers, ¼ cup of chopped green onions, and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  4. Carefully pour the egg mixture into the greased muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until set in the center and lightly golden on top.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes, then run a knife around the edges to release the egg bites.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 7gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

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