Description
Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a wholesome, protein-packed snack perfect for busy mornings or an on-the-go treat. These fluffy bites blend creamy cottage cheese and fresh eggs with your favorite vegetables, creating a nutritious option that’s customizable and delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re ideal for meal prep, so you can enjoy healthy bites anytime. Whether paired with a salad or enjoyed solo, these egg bites will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup small-curd cottage cheese
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped vegetables (e.g., spinach, bell peppers)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together cottage cheese, eggs, salt, pepper, and any optional vegetables until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the bites are set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool slightly before removing from the tin; serve warm or store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite (45g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg