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Cottage Cheese Egg Bake

Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Bake for a Wholesome Breakfast

This Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a high-protein breakfast option that is creamy, easy to make, and customizable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese avoid low-fat versions
  • 4 large eggs pasture-raised yield deeper flavors
  • ½ cup milk of choice whole or unsweetened almond milk works well
For the Cheese Layer
  • 1 cup shredded cheese sharp cheddar or mozzarella
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
For Mix-Ins (Optional)
  • 1 cup cooked bacon ensure it’s pre-cooked
  • 1 cup sautéed spinach
  • ½ cup diced bell peppers sauté beforehand
  • ½ cup mushrooms sauté prior to mixing
For Garnish (Optional)
  • fresh herbs (chives or flat-leaf parsley) for garnish

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of full-fat cottage cheese, 4 large eggs, and ½ cup of milk until smooth.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese, 1 teaspoon of salt, and ½ teaspoon of black pepper until well combined.
  4. Gently fold in any optional pre-cooked mix-ins like bacon or sautéed veggies.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden.
  7. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 21gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 245mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This dish can be stored for up to 4 days in the fridge and can be served warm or cold.

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