Description

Creamy, savory, and packed with protein, these egg bites are a perfect meal prep breakfast that requires no sous vide machine. Made with cottage cheese, eggs, and cheddar, they offer a high-protein, low-carb alternative to traditional breakfast pastries.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (225g) full-fat small-curd cottage cheese
4 large eggs
1/2 cup (50g) sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
1/2 cup (15g) fresh baby spinach, packed
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Cooking spray or butter for greasing muffin tin

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Add cottage cheese and eggs to a blender. Blend for at least 60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and liquid with no visible curds.
Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl or measuring cup.
Stir in the grated cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until just combined. Do not overmix.
Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
Fill each muffin cup about 3/4 full with the mixture. Use an ice cream scoop or spoon for even distribution.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are set and lightly golden, and the centers are just barely jiggly. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes to help them set.
Run a knife around the edges and remove the bites. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before storing.

Notes

For the most tender texture, you can place the muffin tin inside a larger roasting pan filled with hot water halfway up the sides of the cups (water bath). Ensure cottage cheese is blended thoroughly to avoid lumps. Do not overbake as eggs continue to cook from residual heat. These freeze well for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 egg bite
Calories: 110
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 250
Fat: 6
Saturated Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 2
Fiber: 0.5
Protein: 15

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