Description
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs is a protein-packed breakfast that’s creamy, flavorful, and customizable. Perfect for a healthy start to the day, this dish combines cottage cheese, eggs, and Parmesan with fresh vegetables and herbs for a wholesome, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (lactose-free if needed)
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives (or green onion)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (or fresh minced garlic)
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (drained if necessary)
- 1 cup fresh or thawed spinach
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, Parmesan, chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in bell peppers, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Customize with other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle additional Parmesan or fresh herbs on top before baking.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American