Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs (High-Protein Breakfast Favorite)
A creamy, high-protein egg bake made with cottage cheese and simple seasonings. Easy, customizable, and perfect for meal prep or a nourishing breakfast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
6 large eggs
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/4 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella (optional)
1/2 cup sautéed spinach or diced vegetables (optional)
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Olive oil or butter, for greasing
Fresh herbs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease ramekins, muffin tins, or an 8×8 baking dish.
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In a bowl, whisk eggs. Stir in cottage cheese, seasonings, and any optional veggies or cheese.
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Pour mixture into baking dish or divide among ramekins.
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Top with extra cheese if desired.
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Bake 18–22 mins (ramekins) or 25–30 mins (baking dish), until puffed and set.
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Cool for 5 mins before serving. Garnish with herbs.
Notes
Blend cottage cheese for a smooth texture. Store leftovers in fridge up to 5 days or freeze for 2 months.