Cottage Cheese Egg Bake
A creamy and rich egg bake featuring cottage cheese, perfect for a nourishing breakfast or brunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Chopped vegetables (e.g., spinach, bell peppers) – optional
- Fresh herbs (e.g., chives or parsley) – optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
- Add chopped vegetables and herbs if using.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until set and golden.
- Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 400mg