If you’re looking for a high-protein, wholesome breakfast that’s easy to prep and feeds the whole family, my cottage cheese egg bake is it! It is low calorie, packed with protein, gluten free, and made with clean, wholesome ingredients. It’s packed with fluffy eggs, fresh vegetables, feta, an cheddar. The cottage cheese adds extra protein and creaminess without making it heavy. This is one of those recipes you can prep ahead, bake once, and enjoy all week long.
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What You Will Need:
- 1 cup small curd cottage cheese (higher the fat %, the more flavor)
- 9 large organic eggs
- 1 large red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 bunch green onions (diced)
- 1/2 tsp salt & pepper (or to taste)
- 1 tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ⅓ cup freshly grated cheddar cheese
- ⅓ cup feta cheese
- 1 cup organic baby spinach
- Any other veggies you’d like!
How To Make It
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Spray a standard pie dish with olive or avocado oil spray and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
- Add the bell pepper, green onions, feta, cheddar, and spices. Stir until fully combined.
- Add the spinach and mix again to evenly distribute.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the eggs are set, the top is golden, and the center is not jiggly.
- Let cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
How To Store Leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat slices in the microwave or warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through.
Tips for the Best Egg Bake
• Use small curd cottage cheese and mix it in well — it melts right into the eggs for a creamy texture.
• Want extra veggies? Mushrooms, zucchini, or broccoli work great.
• For a dairy-free option, swap the cheeses for dairy-free alternatives.
• This recipe is perfect for meal prep — bake once and reheat all week.
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Description
If you’re looking for a high-protein, wholesome breakfast that’s easy to prep and feeds the whole family, my cottage cheese egg bake is it! It is low calorie, packed with protein, gluten free, and made with clean, wholesome ingredients. It’s packed with fluffy eggs, fresh vegetables, feta, an cheddar. The cottage cheese adds extra protein and creaminess without making it heavy. This is one of those recipes you can prep ahead, bake once, and enjoy all week long.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400°F. Spray a standard pie dish with olive or avocado oil spray and set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
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Add the bell pepper, green onions, feta, cheddar, and spices. Stir until fully combined.
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Add the spinach and mix again to evenly distribute.
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Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish.
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Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the eggs are set, the top is golden, and the center is not jiggly.
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Let cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
Serving Size 1 slice
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 168kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8.5g14%
- Saturated Fat 4g20%
- Cholesterol 256.5mg86%
- Sodium 464.2mg20%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.4g3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
- Sugars 3.5g
- Protein 15.8g32%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
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Please note that my nutrition label is approximate and can have slight rounding. Macros can very depending on brands you use.
