Cheesy Muffin Tin Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
Delicious and easy to whip up, these cheesy muffin tin egg bites combine cottage cheese, fluffy eggs, and colorful veggies for a protein-packed breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 bites 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, spinach, or your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing the muffin tin
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Combine the cottage cheese, eggs, shredded cheese, and diced vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix until everything is well blended.
- Pour the mixture into each muffin cup, filling them about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until set and lightly golden.
- Cool in the pan for a few minutes before removing.
- Serve warm or allow to cool for meal prep.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg