Description
Craving a protein-packed breakfast? Cottage Cheese Baked Eggs deliver Mediterranean comfort with creamy textures and herb-infused goodness. Simple ingredients create a morning masterpiece you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Base:
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup (225 grams) cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Liquids and Fats:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil or butter, for greasing
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 grams) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram) black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and thoroughly coat a baking dish with olive oil or butter to prevent sticking.
- Combine eggs, cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, milk, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl, whisking until ingredients are smoothly integrated and well-blended.
- Transfer the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even distribution across the surface.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until the eggs are completely set and the top develops a rich golden-brown color.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the eggs to stabilize and slightly cool.
- Serve immediately alongside crisp toast or a fresh vegetable medley for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Swap cottage cheese for Greek yogurt or ricotta for a different creamy texture that still adds protein to the dish.
- Boost nutrition by adding chopped spinach, diced bell peppers, or herbs like chives and parsley to the egg mixture for extra flavor and vitamins.
- For a low-carb version, skip the toast and serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad to keep the meal light and protein-packed.
- Ensure even cooking by using a shallow baking dish that allows the egg mixture to spread evenly, creating a fluffy and consistent texture throughout.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 164 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 315 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 142 mg