Cheddar Cottage Cheese Egg Bites Recipe
These Egg Bites are a creamy, protein-packed breakfast option that's easy to make and customizable. Made with eggs, cottage cheese, and sharp cheddar, they're blended for a smooth texture and baked until perfectly set. They can be enjoyed fresh or stored for quick meals throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Egg Mixture
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (4% or low-fat)
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Toppings and Add-ins
- Fresh chives, roughly chopped
- Cooking spray (for greasing muffin pan)
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Mist the cups of a silicone muffin pan lightly with cooking spray. Preheat your oven to 350℉ to ensure it's ready for baking the egg bites.
- Blend ingredients: In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined, achieving a creamy texture.
- Fill the muffin cups: Divide the blended egg mixture evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about halfway. Sprinkle the tops with freshly chopped chives. You can also add other mix-ins like vegetables or bacon at this point for extra flavor.
- Bake the egg bites: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-22 minutes. The egg bites should be slightly firm to the touch in the center when done.
- Cool and serve: Remove the pan from the oven. The egg bites will be puffed up initially but will settle as they cool. Let them cool for a few minutes before carefully removing from the pan to serve or store.
- Store leftovers: Keep any leftover egg bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, making them convenient for quick meals later.
Notes
- Use a small blender like a Nutribullet for easy blending of the egg mixture.
- You can customize egg bites with your favorite mix-ins such as diced veggies, cooked bacon, or herbs.
- Letting the egg bites cool before removing prevents breakage.
- Egg bites are a great make-ahead breakfast or snack and store well refrigerated.
