Cottage Cheese Egg Bake: A High-Protein Breakfast Delight

Name: Cottage Cheese Egg Bake: A High-Protein Breakfast Delight
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; 2 cups cottage cheese; 1 cup shredded cheese (your choice); 1 cup chopped spinach; 0.5 cup diced bell pepper; 0.5 cup chopped onion; 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.5 teaspoon onion powder; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

By Noah BennettAug 27, 2026

Cottage Cheese Egg Bake is a hearty dish enriched with protein-rich cottage cheese and fresh vegetables, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. With its creamy texture and melted cheese, this flavorful egg bake is both satisfying and versatile, making it ideal for meal prep or serving a crowd. Enjoy it warm from the oven or as leftovers throughout the week for a nutritious boost.

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60 min totalEasy4 servings

Ingredients

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Servings

4

•6 large eggs
•2 cups cottage cheese
•1 cup shredded cheese (your choice)
•1 cup chopped spinach
•0.5 cup diced bell pepper
•0.5 cup chopped onion
•0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
•0.5 teaspoon onion powder
•0.5 teaspoon salt
•0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until well beaten.
3
Stir in the cottage cheese until fully incorporated.
4
Mix in the chopped spinach, diced bell pepper, chopped onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until everything is combined evenly.
5
Gently fold in the shredded cheese, reserving some for topping if desired.
6
Pour the egg mixture into the greased baking dish and sprinkle any reserved shredded cheese on top.
7
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until set and golden brown.
8
Allow to cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.