Description
A fluffy, protein-rich breakfast casserole made with eggs, cottage cheese, and melty cheese easy to prepare, satisfying, and perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
10 large eggs
1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
1/4 cup milk
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp paprika (optional)
1 tbsp olive oil or butter for greasing the dish
Optional add-ins: chopped spinach, diced bell peppers, green onions, or cooked bacon/ham
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or olive oil.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined.
3. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and any optional mix-ins.
4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
5. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden.
6. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
7. Serve warm or refrigerate for up to 4 days for easy breakfasts.
Notes
Use low-fat cottage cheese for a lighter option.
Add cooked vegetables or meats to customize the flavor.
This bake freezes well — portion and reheat in the microwave for a quick breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 245mg
Keywords: cottage cheese egg bake, high protein breakfast, egg casserole, meal prep breakfast