Description
This Easy Spinach and Cottage Cheese Breakfast Casserole is a hearty and healthy morning meal. Blending creamy cottage cheese with fresh spinach and mozzarella cheese, this baked casserole is packed with protein and flavor. It’s perfect for meal prepping or feeding a crowd, offering a delicious way to start your day with greens and dairy.
Ingredients
Scale
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Vegetables
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach (or thawed and drained frozen spinach)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Add Spinach: Stir in the chopped fresh spinach evenly throughout the egg and cheese mixture, ensuring the greens are well distributed.
- Pour Mixture into Dish: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly using a spatula to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake Casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until the top turns lightly golden and the center is fully set without being jiggly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the casserole to cool for 5–10 minutes. Slice into portions and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Using fresh spinach provides a brighter flavor, but frozen spinach works well after being completely thawed and drained.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese and mozzarella with plant-based alternatives, though texture will vary.
- Make ahead: Prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate, then bake in the morning for a quick breakfast.
- Add herbs like basil or parsley to enhance flavor.
- Ensure the eggs are fully cooked by checking the center is set to avoid runny texture.
