Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are the ultimate breakfast solution for busy mornings or a satisfying snack anytime. These protein-packed bites combine creamy cottage cheese and fluffy eggs, making them both nutritious and delicious. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create these versatile egg muffins that are perfect for meal prep. Customize them with your favorite cheeses or veggies to suit your taste. Enjoy them warm or store them in the fridge for quick access throughout the week. Whether you’re serving them at brunch or grabbing one on the go, these Cottage Cheese Egg Bites will keep you energized and satisfied.
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 medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until well combined.
- Stir in bacon bits, cottage cheese, shredded Colby jack cheese, salt, and pepper until evenly mixed.
- Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Divide the egg mixture evenly among the muffin cups.
- Bake for 23–25 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick—it should come out clean.
- Allow cooling briefly before removing from the pan. Enjoy warm or store for later!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 175mg