Description
This Cottage Cheese Crustless Quiche is a protein-packed, low-carb breakfast or brunch option that combines creamy cottage cheese, eggs, and your favorite vegetables and proteins baked into a savory, custard-like dish. It’s simple to prepare, wholesome, and perfect for a nutritious start to your day or a light meal any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Quiche Base
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk cottage cheese
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Additional Ingredients
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (optional)
- Up to 1 cup choice of vegetables and proteins such as bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, bacon, or ham
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) ensuring it reaches the correct baking temperature for even cooking.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spray a 9-inch baking dish with oil to prevent sticking and allow easy removal of the quiche once baked.
- Blend Base Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, blend together the eggs, whole milk cottage cheese, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which ensures a well-combined custard texture.
- Add Cheese and Fillings: Stir the grated cheese and your choice of vegetables and proteins into the blended egg mixture, mixing thoroughly to distribute all ingredients evenly.
- Pour Mixture into Dish: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to promote uniform baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges turn golden brown. This indicates the quiche is fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the quiche to cool slightly to firm up before slicing and serving, enhancing the texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can customize the quiche with your favorite vegetables and meats, making it versatile for different tastes.
- Using a blender to combine ingredients results in a smoother texture, but whisking by hand works if a blender is unavailable.
- If you prefer a lower-fat version, use low-fat cottage cheese and reduce or omit additional grated cheese.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- For a crispier top, you may place the quiche under a broiler for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
