Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a deliciously creamy and nutritious option for breakfast or a quick snack. Bursting with protein and flavor, these bites are simple to prepare and perfect for meal prep. Whether you’re rushing out the door in the morning or hosting a brunch, they can be made ahead of time and customized with your favorite ingredients like veggies or different cheeses. Enjoy them warm or cold, making them a versatile addition to your meal rotation.
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
- Cooking oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until combined.
- Add bacon bits, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper; stir until mixed.
- Spray a muffin pan with cooking oil.
- Divide the egg mixture evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 23-25 minutes, placing a pan of water on the lower rack for moisture.
- Check doneness with a toothpick; cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg