Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs
A fluffy, protein-packed dish perfect for breakfast or brunch that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives or parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter or cooking spray for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese and eggs until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Allow to cool slightly, then slice into squares and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Customize by adding sautéed vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. For a creamier texture, substitute cottage cheese with ricotta. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven.
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