Description

These Powerfully Delicious Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a nutritious and tasty breakfast or snack option. Packed with protein from eggs and cottage cheese, combined with savory cheddar and fresh spinach, these egg bites are flavorful and satisfying. Baked to perfection with subtle smoky paprika and aromatic garlic powder, they make for an easy grab-and-go meal that is both wholesome and delicious.

Ingredients

Scale

Egg Mixture

6 large eggs
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Add-ins & Seasonings

1/4 cup chopped spinach
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin to prevent the egg bites from sticking.
Whisk Eggs and Cottage Cheese: In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk together the 6 large eggs and 1/2 cup cottage cheese until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
Add Cheddar and Vegetables: Stir in the 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup chopped spinach, and 2 tablespoons chopped chives evenly into the egg mixture.
Season the Mixture: Add 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika to the mixture; stir thoroughly to distribute the seasonings well.
Fill Muffin Tin: Pour the egg mixture evenly into each muffin tin cup, filling them nearly full to ensure uniform cooking.
Bake the Egg Bites: Place the muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the egg bites are set, puffed, and lightly golden on top.
Cool and Serve: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the egg bites to cool for about 5 minutes before gently removing them from the tin. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

You can substitute cheddar cheese with any cheese of your choice like mozzarella or feta for a different flavor.
Try adding different vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for variety.
Make sure not to overfill the muffin cups to avoid spilling during baking.
These egg bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
To make them dairy-free, use a dairy-free cheese alternative and omit or replace cottage cheese with silken tofu.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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