Description
Baked eggs with cottage cheese make mornings shine with simple, hearty comfort. Creamy cheese and fluffy eggs create a quick breakfast that keeps your hunger satisfied and energy high.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 eggs
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
Supporting Ingredients:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Optional Ingredients:
- Chives or green onions
- Cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 375°F and coat a small baking dish with cooking spray so your eggs won’t stick.
- Crack 4 large eggs into a mixing bowl and whisk them until they’re smooth and uniform in color.
- Add ½ cup cottage cheese, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder to the eggs. Stir until ingredients are completely blended.
- Optional: Slice 2-3 cherry tomatoes in half and gently fold them into your egg mixture for extra texture.
- Transfer the entire egg mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- If you enjoy extra cheese, sprinkle ¼ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella over the top of the mixture.
- Slide the baking dish into the 375°F oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the eggs are completely set and have a gentle golden color.
- Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should come out clean without any wet egg residue.
- Remove from oven and let the dish rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the eggs to settle.
- Garnish with finely chopped chives or green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish before serving immediately.
Notes
- Cottage cheese adds creaminess and protein, making this dish more filling and nutritious for breakfast or brunch.
- Experiment with different herbs like dill, basil, or thyme to customize the flavor profile and keep the dish interesting.
- For a low-carb version, skip the toast and serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad instead of bread-based sides.
- Ceramic ramekins work best for even heat distribution and creating individual portions that look elegant when served.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 163 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 270 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg