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Egg Bites With Cottage Cheese

These Egg Bites With Cottage Cheese are fluffy, protein-packed, and customizable! Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 large eggs Fresh
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3/4 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • 2/3 cup red bell pepper diced

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven-safe muffin tin
  • Cooking spray or oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spray your muffin tin with cooking spray or lightly coat it with oil.
  3. In a mixing bowl, crack 8 large eggs and whisk until well combined and slightly frothy.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of cottage cheese until fully incorporated.
  5. Add in 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  6. Gently fold in 3/4 cup of chopped fresh spinach and 2/3 cup of diced red bell pepper.
  7. Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are puffed up and firm to the touch.
  9. Cool for a few minutes before gently removing each egg bite.

Notes

  • Substitute Greek yogurt for cottage cheese if desired.
  • Use kale or other leafy greens instead of spinach.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.