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Amanda Smith

Cottage Cheese Egg Bites: Easy Recipe for Healthy Snacking

Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a healthy and easy snack option, packed with protein and flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers any color
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or olive oil.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, cheddar cheese, bell peppers, green onions, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  4. Whisk until well combined.
  5. Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and lightly golden on top.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the muffin tin.
  8. Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1egg biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 300mgSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a creamier texture, blend the cottage cheese before mixing with the eggs.
  • You can also add cooked bacon or sausage for extra flavor and protein.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the cheese with a dairy-free alternative and add spinach or mushrooms.

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