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Cottage Cheese Egg Recipes - Simple, Protein-Packed Breakfast Ideas

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Eggs (large)
  • Cottage cheese (small-curd works best)
  • Butter or olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Optional add-ins: spinach, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, bell pepper, scallions, onions
  • Optional proteins: cooked bacon, ham, or smoked salmon
  • Fresh herbs: chives, parsley, dill, or basil
  • Cheese extras: cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan
  • Seasonings: garlic powder, paprika, chili flakes, or everything bagel seasoning
  • For baking: muffin tin and cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Fluffy Scrambled Eggs With Cottage Cheese Whisk 2–3 eggs with 2–3 tablespoons cottage cheese until mostly smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Warm a nonstick pan over medium-low heat with a little butter or oil.
  3. Pour in the egg mixture. Stir gently with a spatula, pushing curds from the edges to the center.
  4. Cook until softly set and slightly glossy, 2–4 minutes. Finish with chives and a pinch of chili flakes.
  5. Sheet-Pan Egg Squares Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a small baking dish.
  6. Whisk 6 eggs with 1/2 cup cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup chopped veggies.
  7. Pour into the dish and bake 18–22 minutes, until set in the center.
  8. Cool slightly, slice into squares, and top with herbs or a little hot sauce.
  9. Muffin-Tin Egg Bites Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin.
  10. Whisk 8 eggs with 3/4 cup cottage cheese, salt, and pepper. Fold in diced peppers, spinach, or cooked bacon.
  11. Divide evenly into cups and bake 16–20 minutes, until just set.
  12. Let cool 5 minutes before removing to keep them intact.
  13. Silky Omelet With Cottage Cheese and Herbs Beat 2 eggs with a pinch of salt. Heat a nonstick pan over medium with butter.
  14. Pour in eggs, swirl to coat, and cook until the bottom sets but the top is still slightly runny.
  15. Dot with 2 tablespoons cottage cheese and sprinkle dill or chives.
  16. Fold gently and cook 30 seconds more for creamy centers.