Fluffy Breakfast Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
Delicious and protein-packed egg bites that are light, fluffy, and perfect for a nourishing breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a muffin tin with nonstick spray.
- Blend the eggs, cottage cheese, milk, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth and frothy.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese, chives, and bell pepper. Mix gently.
- Divide the mixture evenly among 8 muffin cups, filling them 3/4 full.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes until puffed and set in the center.
- Cool slightly, run a knife around the edges, and serve warm.
Notes
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Great for meal prep!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg