Cottage Cheese Egg Bites 

Cottage Cheese Egg Bites are a game-changer for busy mornings, offering a high-protein, grab-and-go breakfast that doesn't compromise on flavor. Inspired by the comforting texture of scrambled eggs, these bites incorporate cottage cheese to create a creamy, fluffy interior. They're perfect for meal prepping and can be customized with various mix-ins to suit your taste.

 Ingredients 

• 8 large eggs

• 1 cup cottage cheese (2% or full-fat recommended)

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

• 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)

• 1 cup mix-ins (e.g., diced bell peppers, chopped spinach, cooked bacon, sautéed mushrooms

 Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with parchment paper liners.

2. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a blender or food processor, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Blend until smooth and frothy.

3. Add Mix-ins: If using mix-ins, distribute them evenly among the muffin cups. Pour the egg mixture over the mix-ins, filling each cup about three-quarters full.

4. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of each egg mixture.

5. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the egg bites are set and lightly golden on top.

6. Cool and Serve: Allow the egg bites to cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin. Serve warm or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

 Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 120 kcal

• Protein: 11 g

• Carbohydrates: 4 g

• Fat: 7 g

• Saturated Fat: 2 g

• Cholesterol: 223 mg

• Sodium: 276 mg

• Potassium: 247 mg

• Fiber: 1 g

• Sugar: 2 g

• Vitamin A: 2364 IU

• Vitamin C: 30 mg

• Calcium: 75 mg

• Iron: 2 mg