🥚 Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs for Breakfast
✨ Description
This baked egg dish is light, creamy, and packed with protein thanks to cottage cheese. It’s soft and slightly fluffy with a mild cheesy flavor—perfect for a healthy, low-carb breakfast or brunch.
🛒 Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or feta)
- 1/4 cup milk (optional, for extra fluffiness)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or spinach)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for greasing dish)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Set oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease a small baking dish or ramekins.
2. Mix the Eggs
- In a bowl, whisk eggs until smooth.
- Stir in cottage cheese, shredded cheese, milk (if using), and seasonings.
3. Add Extras
- Fold in herbs or veggies like spinach, tomatoes, or mushrooms.
4. Bake
- Pour mixture into the prepared dish.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until set in the center and lightly golden on top.
5. Serve
- Let cool slightly, slice, and enjoy warm.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- With toasted whole-grain bread
- Alongside avocado slices 🥑
- With a fresh fruit bowl
- Wrapped in a breakfast tortilla
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add cooked chicken or turkey for extra protein
- Make it spicy with chili flakes or jalapeños 🌶️
- Use low-fat cottage cheese for fewer calories
- Bake in muffin tins for grab-and-go portions
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes! Store in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently.
Q: Why is cottage cheese used?
It adds creaminess, protein, and keeps the eggs soft.
Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes, but texture may become slightly watery after thawing.
Q: Is it keto-friendly?
Yes—low in carbs and high in protein and fats.
