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Cheesy Muffin Tin Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

Delicious, protein-packed egg bites made with cottage cheese, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 large large eggs
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (preferably full-fat)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Optional add-ins: diced ham, spinach, or cooked bacon Feel free to mix and match your favorite vegetables and cheeses.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a muffin tin (12-cup) with cooking spray or a little olive oil.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs until fully combined and frothy.
  4. Stir in cottage cheese, shredded cheese, bell peppers, green onions, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  5. Pour the mixture evenly into the greased muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  2. Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
  1. Serve warm or store for later.

Notes

For perfect bites, ensure to whisk the eggs well, and monitor baking closely to prevent overbaking. Great for meal prep!