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Joe Rooney

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Bake: Delicious Recipe

This High Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a delicious and nutritious breakfast casserole that combines fluffy eggs, egg whites and cottage cheese with vibrant spinach, peppers, and onions. Perfect for meal prep, it delivers a hearty and healthy start to your day. Enjoy this Breakfast Casserole With Cottage Cheese as a protein-packed morning favorite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 177
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 large eggs
  • 16 ounces full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 large red bell pepper – diced
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 4 cups chopped spinach
  • 1/4 cup shredded gruyere or gouda cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
  3. Add the cottage cheese and mix until well combined.
  4. Stir in diced red bell pepper, yellow onion, chopped spinach, garlic, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and ground black pepper.
  5. Fold in the shredded gruyere/gouda and cheddar cheeses.
  6. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the egg bake is set and the top is lightly golden.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy your protein-packed breakfast casserole.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese and shredded cheeses with your preferred non-dairy alternatives. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.