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A close-up of a slice of Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs with spinach and green onions, showcasing a fluffy, cheesy texture.

Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs

This protein-rich breakfast is perfect for busy mornings. It's easy to make and provides sustained energy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 248
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 8 eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3/4 cup cottage cheese 2% or full-fat
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese shredded or shaved
  • 3 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion or green onions finely diced

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking dish
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly coat a 9x9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. Stir in the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, spinach, and onion.
  3. Pour the egg mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set.
  5. Store any leftovers, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat servings in a skillet or microwave.

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 21gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 305mgSodium: 787mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g

Notes

You can add up to 1 cup of cooked vegetables or cooked breakfast meats, such as bacon, breakfast sausage, mushrooms, or bell peppers.

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