Cheesy Muffin Tin Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
Delicious and nutritious egg bites made with cottage cheese and veggies, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup chopped vegetables (spinach, bell peppers, or onions)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, and shredded cheese until well combined.
- Stir in your chopped vegetables and season with salt and pepper.
- Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or a light drizzle of oil.
- Pour the egg mixture into each muffin cup, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until set and golden on top.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and gently extract them from the tin. Serve warm or refrigerate leftovers.
Notes
For a creamier texture, consider adding a dollop of cream cheese to the mix. These bites are versatile; experiment with different cheese or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg