Description

This Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a delicious, protein-packed breakfast or brunch dish featuring eggs combined with creamy cottage cheese, savory Parmesan, fresh spinach, and onions, all baked to perfection. It’s a wholesome, easy-to-make meal that delivers a flavorful and nutritious start to your day.

Ingredients

Scale

Egg Mixture

8 eggs
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon fine salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¾ cup 2% or full-fat cottage cheese
½ cup shredded or shaved Parmesan cheese

Vegetables

3 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach
½ cup finely diced yellow onion or green onions

Other

Nonstick cooking spray

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Mist a 9×9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking during baking.
Prepare the egg mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined. Then stir in the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped spinach, and diced onion until evenly mixed.
Transfer to baking dish: Pour the prepared egg mixture into the sprayed 9×9 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is fully set and custardy.
Store and reheat: Any leftovers can be covered and refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat individual servings either in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave until warm.

Notes

This bake can be customized by adding other veggies like bell peppers or mushrooms.
Use either 2% or full-fat cottage cheese based on your preference for creaminess and fat content.
For a stronger flavor, try using aged Parmesan cheese.
To make it gluten-free, ensure the cooking spray does not contain gluten ingredients.
This dish pairs well with a side of fresh fruit or whole grain toast for a balanced breakfast.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cottage cheese egg bake, breakfast casserole, baked eggs, healthy breakfast, spinach egg bake, protein packed breakfast