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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

Cottage Cheese Egg Bites: Fluffy, Protein-Packed Goodness!

Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are fluffy, protein-packed delicious morsels, perfect for busy mornings and customizable to fit your taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Egg Mixture
  • 6 large Eggs Fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Full-fat for richness.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar or mozzarella recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Can substitute with non-dairy milk.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder May substitute with fresh garlic.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used if preferred.
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Vegetables Use favorites like bell peppers or spinach.
  • 1 cup Cooked Turkey Bacon or Chicken Sausage Optional; substitute for vegetarian options if desired.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Muffin Tin
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Gather ingredients and equipment.
  2. Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or use a silicone muffin tray.
  3. Blend eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
  4. Pour the blended mixture into a bowl, fold in chopped vegetables and turkey bacon or chicken sausage.
  5. Divide the mixture among muffin cups, filling each three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until set and slightly golden on top. Check with a toothpick for doneness.
  7. Let the bites rest for 5 minutes before carefully removing them from the tin.
  8. Enjoy warm or cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These egg bites are versatile; feel free to experiment with different vegetables and proteins for new flavors.

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