Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a delightful blend of nutrition and taste, making them the perfect protein-packed snack or breakfast option. With just a few simple ingredients, these fluffy egg bites are quick to prepare and offer endless customization possibilities. Whether you’re rushing out the door in the morning or enjoying a leisurely weekend brunch, these savory treats can be tailored to suit your palate. The combination of eggs and cottage cheese delivers a satisfying dose of protein, while the addition of bacon and cheese creates a mouthwatering flavor profile that will keep you coming back for more. Ideal for meal prep, these Cottage Cheese Egg Bites store well in the refrigerator and can be easily reheated for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup cooked bacon bits
- 7 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded Colby jack cheese
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs until combined. Stir in bacon bits, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper until evenly mixed.
- Grease a muffin pan with cooking oil spray.
- Evenly distribute the egg mixture into the muffin cups.
- Place a pan of water on the lower rack of the oven to create steam and bake for 23–25 minutes or until set.
- Cool slightly before removing from the pan.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite (50g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 180mg