Description
Enjoy these Deliciously Creamy Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs, a high-protein, gluten-free breakfast or light dinner option featuring a smooth blend of eggs, cottage cheese, and cheddar baked to perfection. This recipe delivers a luscious, savory dish that’s easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite add-ins.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup milk (any kind)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
Cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Cooking
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh chives or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish or four individual ramekins using cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add Cheese: Stir shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture until evenly distributed.
- Pour Mixture: Evenly pour the creamy egg mixture into the prepared baking dish or ramekins.
- Bake: Place the dish on the middle rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the eggs are set and slightly golden on top. To check doneness, gently shake the dish; the eggs should jiggle slightly but not be liquid.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove the baked eggs from the oven and allow them to rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy warm as a creamy, satisfying breakfast or a light and wholesome dinner.
Notes
- Try adding sautéed spinach, diced tomatoes, or cooked bacon bits to the egg mixture before baking for extra flavor.
- Use low-fat or non-dairy milk to make the dish lighter.
- Swap cheddar for feta or mozzarella to explore different cheese flavors.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for more servings.
- Leftovers reheat well in the microwave; warm gently to preserve creaminess.
