cottage cheese egg bites
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a protein-packed, nutritious snack or breakfast option that can be customized with your favorite vegetables and herbs. These mini frittatas are easy to make and are perfect for meal prep.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 muffin tin (12-count)
- 1 cooking spray or oil for greasing
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese low-fat
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup diced bell pepper any color
- ½ cup chopped spinach fresh or frozen
- ¼ cup diced onion
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup shredded cheese optional, cheddar or mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the muffin tin with cooking spray or a little oil.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cottage cheese and eggs until well combined.
- Add the diced bell pepper, chopped spinach, diced onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- If using, fold in the shredded cheese for added flavor.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and slightly golden on top.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Use a knife to gently loosen the edges and remove the egg bites from the muffin tin.
- Serve warm or allow to cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
You can customize these egg bites by adding other vegetables like zucchini, tomatoes, or mushrooms.
These can be reheated in the microwave for a quick breakfast or snack.
For extra flavor, consider adding herbs such as chives or parsley.