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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites: A Protein-Packed Breakfast for Busy Mornings

Start your morning with these fluffy, protein-packed Cottage Cheese Egg Bites! Blended with creamy cottage cheese and seasoned to perfection, these bites are light, nutritious, and endlessly customizable. Whether you prefer veggies, meats, or extra cheese, they bake up in just 20 minutes—perfect for meal prep or a quick breakfast on the go.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings: 12 egg bites
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup cottage cheese 0% - 2% fat recommended
  • ½ cup shredded cheese cheddar or feta
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • Optional mix-ins choose up to 1 cup total: chopped fresh spinach, diced bell peppers, broccoli florets, cooked sausage, diced ham

Method
 

  1. Preheat & Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a silicone muffin tray.
  2. Blend the Base: In a blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Blend until smooth.
  3. Fill the Cups: Pour about ¼ cup of the egg mixture into each muffin cavity.
  4. Customize the Flavor: Add your chosen mix-ins and shredded cheese to each cup. Stir gently and top with extra cheese if desired.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 18-22 minutes until the centers are just set. Let cool slightly before removing.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds before serving.
  • Can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight before reheating.

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