Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs

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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs: The Creamy, Protein-Packed Breakfast That Changes Everything

Some breakfasts fill you up — but this one fuels you.
Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs are that rare morning dish that manages to be rich, fluffy, comforting, and deeply nourishing all at once. The kind of breakfast that feels indulgent but supports your energy, metabolism, and protein goals.

If you’ve never baked cottage cheese into eggs before, prepare to be amazed. It melts in the oven, blending seamlessly into the eggs for a custard-like, cloud-soft texture that feels gourmet but takes almost no effort. It’s the perfect make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings and a cozy, impressive addition to weekend brunch.

This recipe is inspired by classic Eastern European baked egg dishes but modernized for today’s health-conscious kitchen — high in protein, completely customizable, and endlessly satisfying.

 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Protein-rich and satisfying — keeps you full for hours
• Perfect for meal prep — reheats beautifully
• Effortlessly elegant — brunch-worthy without the fuss
• Kid-friendly and picky-eater approved
• Customizable — build it with veggies, meats, herbs, or cheese
• Naturally gluten-free option available

Ingredients You’ll Need

Egg Base

• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese (small curd preferred)
• ¼ cup milk or heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Seasonings

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried dill or 1 tablespoon fresh
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder

Optional Add-Ins

• ½ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
• ¼ cup chopped herbs (chives, parsley)
• ½ cup diced ham or cooked bacon
• ¼ cup sautéed spinach or mushrooms
• 1 diced bell pepper or jalapeño

For Serving

• Fresh herbs
• Avocado
• Toast or crusty bread
• Hot sauce or salsa

 Equipment

• 9-inch pie dish or 8×8 baking dish
• Blender or food processor
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Rubber spatula
• Oven

 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.

2. Blend the Creamy Base

Add cottage cheese, milk, flour, salt, pepper, dill, garlic powder, and onion powder to a blender.
Blend until perfectly smooth — no curds remaining.

3. Whisk the Eggs

In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until slightly frothy.

4. Combine Mixtures

Slowly pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into the eggs, whisking constantly.
Fold in cheese, herbs, and any optional add-ins.

5. Bake

Pour into the prepared dish.
Bake 30–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top turns lightly golden.

6. Rest

Let it rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
This ensures clean, beautiful portions.

7. Serve

Garnish with herbs and serve warm.
Pair with avocado, toast, fruit, or roasted potatoes.

 Pro Tips for the Best Baked Eggs

• Blend thoroughly for the creamiest texture
• Don’t overbake — remove as soon as the center is set
• Room temperature ingredients help it cook evenly
• Let it rest before slicing (this step is crucial)
• Cut add-ins small so they distribute evenly

 Easy Variations & Substitutions

Health-Focused Variations

• Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch
• Keto: Skip the flour and use heavy cream
• High-Protein: Add an extra ½ cup cottage cheese
• Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free cottage cheese + unsweetened milk alternative

Flavor Variations

• Mediterranean: Spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, feta
• Southwest: Jalapeño, pepper jack, cumin
• French-Inspired: Herbs de Provence + Gruyère
• Breakfast Meat Lover: Bacon, ham, or cooked sausage

 Serving, Pairing & Storage

Best Ways to Serve

• With toast or English muffins
• With avocado slices
• Alongside fruit salad
• In a breakfast burrito

Storage

• Refrigerate up to 4 days
• Freeze slices for up to 3 months
• Reheat in microwave or oven

 Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make it ahead?
Yes — prep the mixture and refrigerate overnight. Bake in the morning.

Can I skip the flour?
Yes, but the texture will be softer and less sliceable.

Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?
You can, but full-fat gives the best texture.

Can I bake this in ramekins?
Yes — bake 20–25 minutes.

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Baked Cottage Cheese Eggs

A creamy, protein-packed baked egg dish made with blended cottage cheese for a custard-like texture. Perfect for meal prep, brunch, or a nourishing everyday breakfast.

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
• 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried dill or 1 tbsp fresh
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder

Optional add-ins:

• - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella
• - 1/4 cup fresh herbs
• - 1/2 cup diced ham or bacon
• - 1/4 cup sautéed spinach or mushrooms
• - 1 diced bell pepper

Equipment

• - 9-inch pie dish or 8x8 baking dish
• Blender or food processor
• mixing bowl
• whisk
• spatula

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or 8x8 baking dish.
2. Add cottage cheese, milk, flour, salt, pepper, dill, garlic powder, and onion powder to a blender. Blend until smooth.
3. In a bowl, whisk eggs until frothy.
4. Slowly pour the blended mixture into eggs while whisking. Stir in add-ins.
5. Pour into prepared dish. Bake 30–40 minutes or until center is set.
6. Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with fresh herbs.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use cornstarch or GF flour. For a keto version, omit flour. Great for meal prep and freezes well.