Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
Delicious and nutritious Cottage Cheese Egg Bites, packed with protein and perfect for any meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Blend the cottage cheese and eggs in a large bowl until smooth.
- Stir in the chopped spinach, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheese (if using).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or oil.
- Pour the mixture evenly into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and lightly golden on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before removing from the tin.
- Enjoy warm or store in the freezer for later.
Notes
Use fresh spinach for the best flavor and texture. Feel free to customize with additional ingredients like bell peppers or different meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg