Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: Amazing Protein-Packed Breakfast Bliss Recipe
Enjoy a protein-packed breakfast with these Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs, combining creamy cottage cheese, eggs, and flavorful seasoning for a nutritious and satisfying start to your day. This easy-to-make recipe blends smooth cottage cheese with eggs, Parmesan, and optional veggies, baked to perfection for a wholesome meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
For the Base
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (use lactose-free cottage cheese if needed)
- 4 large Eggs (opt for large eggs for best results)
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese (replace with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option)
For Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives (green onion can be used as a substitute)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (switch to fresh minced garlic if desired, adjusting to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (smoked paprika can enhance the flavor profile)
- to taste Salt (essential seasoning)
- to taste Pepper (essential seasoning)
Optional Add-ins
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (ensure to drain excess moisture if using)
- 1 cup Spinach (consider using fresh or frozen, thawed well)
- ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (drain well to prevent sogginess)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking your egg mixture evenly.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish or an 8×8-inch baking dish thoroughly with your favorite oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking and facilitate easy serving.
- Blend Cottage Cheese: Place the cottage cheese in a food processor and blend for about 30 seconds until it’s smooth and creamy, ensuring a silky texture in the final bake.
- Mix Eggs and Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined, then gently fold in the blended cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, fresh chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to evenly distribute all flavors.
- Pour Mixture into Dish: Transfer the mixed ingredients into the prepared baking dish, spreading the mixture evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-17 minutes or until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly when gently shaken, indicating perfect doneness.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the eggs to set further, then slice and serve your delicious baked cottage cheese eggs.
Notes
- Use lactose-free cottage cheese to make this recipe suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
- For a dairy-free option, replace Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast.
- Feel free to add optional ingredients like bell peppers, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrients.
- Adjust garlic amount by using fresh minced if preferred, but reduce quantity to avoid overpowering the dish.
- Ensure any added vegetables are well-drained to prevent sogginess.
- Resting the baked eggs before serving improves texture and makes slicing easier.
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