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Cheesy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

Cheesy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites for an Easy Breakfast Boost

These Cheesy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a protein-packed breakfast option that takes just 10 minutes to prepare.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese or ricotta or Greek yogurt for similar texture
  • 6 large Eggs
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or mozzarella or feta for different tastes
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Peppers any color bell pepper can be used
  • ¼ cup Chopped Green Onions or chives for similar taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Paprika optional
For Greasing
  • 1 spray Cooking Spray or Oil

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • ladle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  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, whisk together cottage cheese and large eggs until smooth.
  3. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, diced bell peppers, and chopped green onions, followed by garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  4. Carefully pour the mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until fully set and lightly golden on top.
  6. Cool for several minutes, then gently run a knife around the edges to release the bites.
  7. Serve warm or let cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bites can be customized with different vegetables or cheeses based on personal preference.

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