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Creamy cottage cheese and herb egg bake with fluffy eggs and vegetables

Cottage Cheese Egg Bake

A fluffy, protein-packed breakfast casserole made with eggs, cottage cheese, vegetables, and cheddar cheese. Perfect for meal prep and healthy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Egg Mixture
  • 10 large eggs
  • 1½ cups cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup milk
  • Vegetables
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup spinach chopped
  • ½ onion diced
  • Seasonings
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Topping
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish used for baking the casserole evenly
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl used for combining ingredients
  • 1 Whisk used for mixing eggs and cottage cheese
  • 1 Measuring Cups used for measuring ingredients accurately
  • 1 Measuring Spoons used for seasonings
  • 1 Cutting Board used for vegetable prep
  • 1 Sharp Knife used for chopping vegetables
  • 1 Silicone spatula used for mixing ingredients
  • 1 Oven mitts used for safely handling hot bakeware

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Grease a baking dish.
  3. Whisk eggs, cottage cheese, milk, and seasonings.
  4. Stir in peppers, onions, and spinach.
  5. Pour mixture into baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 35–40 minutes until set.
  8. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use full-fat cottage cheese for the best creamy texture and rich flavor. Be careful not to overbake the egg bake, as this helps keep the eggs soft, tender, and fluffy. This recipe is excellent for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer for easy breakfasts throughout the week. You can also customize it with your favorite vegetables, making it a versatile dish that works with whatever ingredients you have on hand. Text Made this Cottage Cheese Egg Bake? Leave a review, share your creation on social media, and tag me! For more easy recipes and food inspiration, follow my Pinterest: Crispy Bowl Recipes. [/wprm-tip]