Here’s a simple, tasty Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs recipe—great for breakfast meal prep or a light brunch 🥚🧀
Ingredients (2–3 servings)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (small curd works best)
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss)
- ¼ cup milk or cream (optional, for extra fluffiness)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional add-ins:
- Chopped spinach or kale
- Diced bell peppers or onions
- Cooked bacon, sausage, or ham
- Fresh herbs (chives, parsley, dill)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish or ramekins.
- Whisk eggs in a bowl until well combined.
- Stir in cottage cheese, milk (if using), shredded cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in add-ins if using.
- Pour mixture into the baking dish.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until set in the center and lightly golden on top.
- Rest 5 minutes, then slice or scoop and serve.
Tips
- For a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese before mixing.
- Want crustless-quiche vibes? Add more veggies and bake in a pie dish.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days—great reheated.
If you want, I can give you a high-protein version, air fryer method, or single-serve ramekin recipe.
