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Cottage Cheese Egg Bake

Fluffy Cottage Cheese Egg Bake With 15g Protein Per Serving

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A simple and nutritious Cottage Cheese Egg Bake packed with protein and fresh spinach. Perfect for breakfast or brunch.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3/4 cup 2% or full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded or shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion or green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together until well combined.
  3. Add the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the eggs, stirring until evenly mixed.
  4. Gently fold in the cottage cheese and Parmesan cheese until well incorporated.
  5. Add the chopped spinach and diced onion, mixing until everything is evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the egg mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
  8. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares and serving warm.

Notes

  • Use fresh spinach for the best texture.
  • You can substitute green onions for yellow onions if preferred.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg