High-Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Bake
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Total: 50 min
Serves: 6
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This high-protein cottage cheese egg bake combines fluffy eggs, creamy cottage cheese, and vibrant vegetables like spinach and bell peppers for a nutritious and satisfying meal. Perfect for breakfast or brunch!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 6 Large Egg
- 1 Cup Cottage Cheese
- 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese - Shredded
- 1 Cup Spinach - Chopped
- 1 Cup Mushrooms - Diced
- 1 - Bell Pepper - Diced
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Directions
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
- Stir in the cottage cheese, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in the spinach, mushrooms, and bell pepper.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Add 1 cup cooked diced chicken or turkey for an extra protein boost.
- Swap cheddar for feta, Swiss, or mozzarella.
- Add broccoli, zucchini, or asparagus instead of mushrooms or peppers.
- Sprinkle fresh herbs like chives or parsley on top before serving.
Nutrition
Per serving · 6 servingsCalories
210
Fat
12 g
Saturated fat
5 g
Carbohydrates
6 g
Sugar
2 g
Fiber
1 g
Protein
18 g
Sodium
350 mg
Cholesterol
370 mg
Estimated values for general guidance only — not medical or dietary advice.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 6 Large Egg
- 1 Cup Cottage Cheese
- 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese - Shredded
- 1 Cup Spinach - Chopped
- 1 Cup Mushrooms - Diced
- 1 - Bell Pepper - Diced
- 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1/4 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Tsp Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
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