Cottage Cheese Egg Bake
A high-protein, fluffy egg bake with cottage cheese, vegetables, and cheddar cheese, perfect for meal prepping or a satisfying breakfast. Easy to make, customizable, and ideal for busy mornings.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs room temperature
- 1 cup cottage cheese preferably full-fat or small curd
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or mozzarella/favorite blend
- 1 cup spinach fresh or thawed and drained if frozen
- 1/2 cup bell peppers diced
- 1/4 cup onion diced, optional
- 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder optional
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter for sautéing vegetables if needed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or butter.
- If using fresh spinach, chop it roughly. If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze out excess moisture. Dice the bell peppers and onion.
- Optionally, sauté the diced onion and bell peppers in olive oil or butter for 3-4 minutes until softened. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Fold in the cottage cheese and shredded cheddar cheese, mixing gently.
- Add salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir in the spinach and sautéed (or raw) bell peppers and onions.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly.
- Bake for 35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Let the egg bake rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For the creamiest texture, use full-fat cottage cheese with small curds. If you prefer a smoother texture, pulse the cottage cheese in a food processor. Customize by adding different vegetables or protein like bacon, ham, or sausage. The egg bake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven. For a keto-friendly option, keep the vegetables low in carbs, such as spinach and bell peppers. This recipe is versatile, so feel free to add spices or herbs to suit your taste, like red pepper flakes for heat or fresh herbs like chives.
