Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
Fluffy and nutritious egg bites infused with creamy cottage cheese and colorful veggies, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Creamy and rich texture.
- 6 large eggs Fresh eggs for fluffiness.
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Adds a savory flavor.
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach For freshness and color.
- 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper Sweet and crunchy.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances overall taste.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances the flavors.
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adds warmth.
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder Deepens the flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Helps bites rise.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Adds moisture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a large mixing bowl, crack all six eggs and whisk until fully blended.
- Add cottage cheese and stir until evenly mixed.
- Sprinkle in the shredded cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
- Add chopped spinach, red bell pepper, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Stir until well combined.
- Mix baking powder with a tiny bit of water, then stir into the egg blend.
- Drizzle in olive oil and mix until smooth.
- Carefully pour the mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup nearly to the top.
Baking
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 18-20 minutes.
- Once baked, let cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before removing.
Notes
Customize with your favorite vegetables or herbs. Ensure not to overfill the muffin cups.