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Easy Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs Recipe

Fluffy baked cottage cheese eggs packed with protein, herbs, vegetables, and cheese, making the perfect healthy and satisfying breakfast or meal prep option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 248
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup milk or cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan or shredded cheddar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs
  • 1/2 cup diced vegetables
  • 1/4 cup cooked bacon bits or diced ham optional
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease ramekins, muffin tin, or a small baking dish.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
  4. Fold in herbs, vegetables, and optional proteins.
  5. Pour mixture evenly into prepared dish.
  6. Top with shredded cheese.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes until just set and lightly golden.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest 5–7 minutes.
  9. Serve warm.

Notes

Do not overbake. The center should jiggle slightly when removed from the oven, as it will continue cooking while resting.