Description
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs offer a delightful blend of creamy texture and savory flavors, making them the perfect choice for a nutritious breakfast. Packed with protein from cottage cheese and eggs, this dish is not only satisfying but also versatile. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to create a meal that fits your taste preferences. Ideal for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs can also be prepared ahead of time, ensuring you have a healthful option ready to go. Enjoy their fluffy goodness while nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
- 1 cup bell peppers
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- Fresh chives
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan cheese, chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Gently fold in bell peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until set and slightly golden on top.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 210mg