Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
Soft, protein-packed, and unbelievably fluffy! These egg bites are blended with cottage cheese for a creamy texture and baked to perfection. Ideal for quick breakfasts, snacks, and meal prep—better than Starbucks, and way healthier!
📝 Ingredients (Makes 8–10 bites)
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6 large eggs
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1 cup cottage cheese
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½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss)
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½ cup finely chopped veggies (spinach, peppers, onions, mushrooms)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Optional: paprika, garlic powder, chili flakes, parsley
🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Add eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, salt, pepper + seasoning into a blender.
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Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Stir in chopped veggies (don’t blend the veggies!).
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Grease a muffin tin or use silicone molds.
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Pour mixture in, filling each cup about ¾ full.
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Bake 20–22 minutes, or until set and slightly golden on top.
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Let cool for 5 minutes and enjoy warm — or refrigerate for meal prep!
⭐ Tips
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Use silicone molds for the fluffiest bites.
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Swap veggies for turkey bacon, ham, or jalapeños.
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They reheat perfectly in the microwave or air fryer.
❓ Q/A Section
Q: Can I meal prep these?
Yes! They last 4–5 days in the fridge or can be frozen for a month.
Q: Can I make them in the air fryer?
Yes—air fry at 300°F (150°C) for 10–12 min using silicone molds.
Q: Are they Weight Watchers friendly?
Very! They’re low-point, high-protein, and filling.
Q: Can I make them without cheese?
You can skip shredded cheese, but cottage cheese is needed for creaminess.
