These simple, high-protein egg bites are the perfect option for a simple and healthy breakfast!
VIDEO TOO BIG, MUST BE IMPLEMENTED AS H5P
Ingredients
- 8 eggs
- 1 cup of cottage cheese
- ¼ teaspoon of salt
- ¼ teaspoon of black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon of onion powder
- ½ cup of shredded cheese
- 1 cup of your own mix-ins (ex. Chopped spinach, pepper, mushroom, ham, bacon, etc.)
Substitutions
To make dairy-free: Substitute cheeses for dairy-free alternatives
Feel free to use any selection of add ins based on preferences and dietary restrictions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a silicone muffin tray. Both oil and nonstick cooking spray work for this
- Put eggs, cottage cheese, and spices in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Put the blended egg mixture into the silicone muffin tray (pouring about ¼ cup in each hole).
- Fill the rest of the pan with cheese and any other ingredients you want to mix in. (spinach, pepper, mushrooms, ham, bacon, etc.) Use the back of a spoon to carefully mix the toppings into the egg cups.
- Bake for about 18-22 minutes or until the egg cups are no longer jiggly and the eggs look set. Allow to cool for 3 minutes before removing eggs from the tray.
Tips:
See what you already have at home before buying ingredients for this recipe
This meal can work for any meal during the day or can be a healthy snack if you’re on the go! It isn’t limited just to breakfast
Feel free to pair this recipe with your favorite fruits or other breakfast essentials such as toast or muffins!
Please let us know how your cooking went!
Media Attributions
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