Cottage Cheese Egg Bake Recipe
A protein-packed, versatile cottage cheese egg bake perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Oven
Ingredients
Essential Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese full fat preferred
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Optional Add-Ins
- ½ cup chopped spinach
- ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a ceramic baking dish.
- Whisk together 6 eggs, 1 cup cottage cheese, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and 1/4 cup milk in a large bowl.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped spinach, 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir until evenly combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
This cottage cheese egg bake is perfect for meal prep or a hearty breakfast. Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins as desired!