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Baby Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

Savory Baby Cottage Cheese Egg Bites for Little Hands

These Baby Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are soft, fluffy, and packed with protein, making them perfect for toddlers and busy families.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Any variety you like for moisture and protein.
  • 4 large Eggs Fresh eggs work best for richness.
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Baby Spinach Can be substituted with any soft greens.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Substitute with goat cheese or omit for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Red Peppers Use fresh or roasted, finely chopped.
  • 1/2 cup Broccoli Florets Finely chopped or pre-steamed for convenience.
  • 1 tablespoon Herbs of Choice Swap with dried herbs if fresh isn’t available.

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a food processor, combine the cottage cheese and eggs, blending until smooth and creamy.
  3. Transfer the mixture into a bowl, and fold in your chosen mix-ins.
  4. Grease your mini muffin pan with cooking spray or olive oil.
  5. Spoon the mixture into each cavity of the mini muffin pan, filling them about ¾ full.
  6. Place a baking sheet filled with water on the oven rack below the muffin pan.
  7. Bake for about 20 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
  8. Remove from oven and cool for about five minutes before removing from the pan.
  9. Serve warm or cool completely before storing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Finely chop mix-ins for younger babies. Use silicone pans for easy removal. Can freeze individually for later use.

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