Description
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs are a delicious, protein-packed breakfast option featuring creamy cottage cheese blended with eggs, Parmesan, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices, all baked to perfection for a warm, satisfying start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Cottage Cheese (Use lactose-free for dietary restrictions)
- 4 large Eggs (Opt for large eggs for the best texture)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Substitute with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Switch to fresh minced garlic for a more robust flavor)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper (Adjust according to your spice preference)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Chives (Green onions can work as a substitute)
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (Smoked paprika can deepen the flavor profile)
Vegetables
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (Be sure to drain excess moisture if using)
- 1 cup Spinach (Fresh or frozen (thawed well) works beautifully)
- 1/4 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (Drain well to prevent sogginess)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even cooking and achieve a beautiful golden top on your baked eggs.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9-inch pie dish or an 8×8-inch baking dish with your preferred oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Blend Cottage Cheese: Place the cottage cheese in a food processor and blend for 30 seconds until smooth and creamy, which will provide a smooth texture in the final dish.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs thoroughly. Gently fold in the blended cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped fresh chives, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, making sure everything is combined evenly.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the drained bell peppers, spinach (fresh or well-thawed if frozen), and sun-dried tomatoes, distributing them throughout the mixture for balanced flavor and texture.
- Transfer Mixture: Pour the egg and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly for uniform cooking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles when gently shaken.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from oven and let the baked eggs rest for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the dish to firm up for easier handling.
Notes
- Use lactose-free cottage cheese to accommodate lactose intolerance.
- Substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast for a vegan or dairy-free option.
- Fresh minced garlic can replace garlic powder for a more intense garlic flavor.
- Ensure vegetables like bell peppers and sun-dried tomatoes are well-drained to prevent excess moisture and sogginess.
- Smoked paprika can be used instead of regular paprika for a deeper, smoky flavor.
- Letting the dish rest after baking helps with slicing and improves texture.
