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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs

Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs – Low Carb, High Protein Breakfast


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  • Author: Gianna Poulef
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Fluffy baked cottage cheese eggs with cheddar and spinach. A low carb, high protein breakfast that’s simple, healthy, and perfect for meal prep.


Ingredients

Scale

1 cup cottage cheese

4 large eggs

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/4 cup chopped spinach

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish

2. In a mixing bowl whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper

3. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped spinach

4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish

5. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the eggs are fully set and lightly golden

6. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving

Notes

Use small curd cottage cheese for the best texture

Do not overbake or the eggs may become rubbery

Add cooked bacon, sausage, or mushrooms for extra flavor

This recipe works great for meal prep and can be refrigerated for several days

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg