Description
These Delicious Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a protein-packed and flavorful breakfast option, combining fluffy eggs with creamy cottage cheese, sharp cheddar, and savory bacon. Easy to prepare and bake in muffin pans, they make a convenient grab-and-go morning treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 8-9 large Eggs
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (any milk fat level from 1% to 4%)
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (or Gruyere as a substitute)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (kosher recommended)
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
Toppings
- 1/3 cup Cooked Bacon (pre-cooked, about 3-4 strips)
- 1/4 cup Chives (can be omitted)
Other
- 1 can Cooking Spray (to prevent sticking)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a silicone muffin pan by spraying it well with cooking spray to prevent the egg bites from sticking.
- Blend the ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated, ensuring a creamy consistency.
- Fill the muffin cups: Pour the egg mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling each just over halfway to allow space for rising.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle the cooked bacon evenly over the filled muffin cups, and add chives on top if desired for added flavor and color.
- Bake the egg bites: Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and slightly golden on top.
- Cool and serve: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the egg bites to cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the muffin cups. Serve warm or store for later.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked bacon to save time and ensure even cooking.
- Chives add a fresh, mild onion flavor but can be omitted or substituted with green onions or parsley.
- Silicone muffin pans are preferred for easy removal of the egg bites.
- These egg bites can be stored refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
- To reheat, microwave for 30-45 seconds until warm.
