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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites Recipe

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These Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a protein-packed, savory snack or breakfast option. Featuring a creamy blend of cottage cheese, eggs, cheddar, and vibrant veggies like spinach and red bell pepper, they bake up fluffy and flavorful. Perfectly seasoned and baked in a muffin tin, these bite-sized delights are easy to make ahead and keep well for quick, nutritious meals.

Ingredients

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Egg Mixture

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped spinach
  • 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray or a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Whisk Eggs: Crack all six eggs into a large mixing bowl and whisk them thoroughly until the mixture is fully blended and slightly frothy, ensuring even texture.
  3. Add Cottage Cheese: Stir the cottage cheese into the whisked eggs until incorporated evenly to add creaminess and protein.
  4. Incorporate Cheddar: Sprinkle in the shredded cheddar cheese and mix it well into the egg and cottage cheese mixture for a cheesy flavor.
  5. Add Veggies and Seasonings: Add the chopped spinach, chopped red bell pepper, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Stir all ingredients together until well combined, distributing flavors uniformly.
  6. Activate Baking Powder: In a small bowl, mix the baking powder with a tiny bit of water to activate it, then stir this into the main egg mixture to help the bites rise slightly during baking.
  7. Add Olive Oil: Pour in the olive oil and mix everything until smooth and evenly distributed, which adds moisture and richness.
  8. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the egg mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup nearly to the top for generous, uniform portions.
  9. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the egg bites are set firmly and golden on top.
  10. Cool in Tin: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the egg bites cool inside the tin for 5 minutes to set.
  11. Release and Serve: Carefully run a knife around the edges of each egg bite to loosen them from the tin before serving warm.
  12. Storage: Allow leftover bites to cool to room temperature, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days for easy grab-and-go meals.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like chives or parsley.
  • You can substitute cheddar with mozzarella or pepper jack for variation.
  • Ensure the baking powder is fresh to get the best rise in the egg bites.
  • These egg bites can be reheated in the microwave for about 30 seconds for a quick meal.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or omit any to suit dietary preferences.

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