Description
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs are a healthy, easy-to-make dish that pairs the creaminess of cottage cheese with the richness of eggs. Baked to perfection, this dish is perfect for a high-protein meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat, depending on preference)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or butter (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a small baking dish (8×8-inch or similar) with olive oil or butter. -
Prepare the Cottage Cheese Mixture:
In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. -
Crack the Eggs:
Carefully crack the eggs into the cottage cheese mixture, spacing them out evenly. Season the eggs with a little more salt and pepper, and add paprika if desired for color and flavor. -
Bake:
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18-25 minutes, or until the eggs are set to your liking. If you prefer runnier yolks, bake for 18 minutes; for firmer yolks, bake closer to 25 minutes.
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Garnish and Serve:
Once the eggs are done, remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle with chopped chives for freshness. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or tomatoes to the cottage cheese mixture before baking for added flavor and nutrition.
- For extra creaminess, you can mix a little bit of heavy cream or milk into the cottage cheese before combining with the eggs.
- Feel free to experiment with different cheeses for various flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Low Carb
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs, Cottage Cheese and Eggs, Healthy Baked Eggs, Protein-packed Breakfast, Easy Brunch Recipe