Easy Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are the ultimate breakfast upgrade for busy mornings. Blending cottage cheese with eggs creates an irresistibly smooth and custardy base that bakes into light, flavorful bites. Packed with protein, these little muffins are easy to customize with veggies, meats, or herbs, making them both versatile and satisfying.
Not only are they quick to whip up, but they also reheat beautifully, which means you can make a batch ahead and enjoy them all week long. With transitional flavors from smoky bacon to fresh spinach, every bite brings a perfect balance of richness and freshness.
Interestingly, cottage cheese has been cherished for centuries as a nutrient-dense dairy staple. Its creamy texture and high protein content have made it a favorite across many cultures, and here it brings unmatched smoothness to these egg bites.
Whether you enjoy them hot out of the oven or reheated for a grab-and-go breakfast, this recipe proves that simple ingredients can make mornings extraordinary.
Recipe Yield: 12 servings
INGREDIENTS
8 large eggs
1 cup cottage cheese (whole milk)
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup finely diced red bell pepper
½ cup chopped spinach
¼ cup cooked bacon crumbles
¼ cup whole milk
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp garlic powder
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat and prepare:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray or line with silicone muffin liners.
2. Blend base mixture:
In a blender, combine eggs, cottage cheese, cheddar, parmesan, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Blend until completely smooth and custard-like.
3. Add fillings:
Divide the diced red bell pepper, spinach, and bacon evenly into the muffin cups. Pour the egg mixture over the top, filling each cup about ¾ full.
4. Bake to perfection:
Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set in the center and lightly golden on the edges.
5. Cool and serve:
Let the egg bites cool for 5 minutes before carefully removing them. Serve warm, or cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Helpful Tips to Perfect This Recipe
- Blend for creaminess: Blending the cottage cheese with eggs ensures an ultra-smooth custardy texture that rivals coffeehouse-style egg bites.
- Use silicone liners: Silicone muffin liners make removing egg bites much easier and help keep their shape perfectly intact.
- Customize the fillings: Try roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions, or sun-dried tomatoes for different flavors, while keeping the same creamy base.
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